Serving 859 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, The New Standard 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 9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 859 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The New Standard Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
The New Standard Academy's student population of 859 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 55% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
859 students
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
Serving the city of Flint with a higher standard in educational excellence and community wellness.
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
The New Standard 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 The New Standard Academy is 0.13, 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
#2791 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
93%
18%
White
2%
63%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The New Standard Academy's ranking?
The New Standard Academy is ranked #2791 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of The New Standard Academy?
The graduation rate of The New Standard Academy is 60-79%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend The New Standard Academy?
859 students attend The New Standard Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of The New Standard Academy students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The New Standard Academy?
The New Standard Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does The New Standard Academy offer ?
The New Standard Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is The New Standard Academy part of?
The New Standard Academy is part of The New Standard Academy School District.
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