Rising Stars Academy serves 64 students in grades 12.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school / Charter School
- Grades: 12
- Enrollment: 64 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rising Stars Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Rising Stars Academy's student population of 64 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
64 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
2012
Campus Size
6 acres
School Rankings
The diversity score of Rising Stars Academy is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
44%
18%
White
39%
63%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(20-21) ⚠ COVID-19 impacted1.6%
21.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Rising Stars Academy?
64 students attend Rising Stars Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Rising Stars Academy students are Black, 39% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rising Stars Academy?
Rising Stars Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Rising Stars Academy offer ?
Rising Stars Academy offers enrollment in grades 12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rising Stars Academy part of?
Rising Stars Academy is part of Rising Stars Academy School District.
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