Serving 768 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Great Oaks Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 768 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Great Oaks Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Great Oaks Academy's student population of 768 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
768 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
2004
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Great Oaks Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Great Oaks Academy is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1839 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
81%
18%
White
1%
63%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great Oaks Academy's ranking?
Great Oaks Academy is ranked #1839 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Great Oaks Academy?
768 students attend Great Oaks Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Great Oaks Academy students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Great Oaks Academy?
Great Oaks Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Great Oaks Academy offer ?
Great Oaks Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Great Oaks Academy part of?
Great Oaks Academy is part of Great Oaks Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Great Oaks Academy located?
Great Oaks Academy is located in the Fitzgerald neighborhood of Warren, MI. There are 6 other public schools located in Fitzgerald.
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