Serving 94 students in grades 9-12, 54th Street 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Online School/Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 94 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 31:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
54th Street Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
54th Street Academy's student population of 94 students has grown by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
94 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Calendar
School Rankings
54th Street 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 54th Street Academy is 0.66, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1964 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
31:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
39%
9%
Black
41%
18%
White
17%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-59%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 54th Street Academy's ranking?
54th Street Academy is ranked #1964 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are 54th Street Academy often compared to?
54th Street Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Icademy Global by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of 54th Street Academy?
The graduation rate of 54th Street Academy is 50-59%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend 54th Street Academy?
94 students attend 54th Street Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of 54th Street Academy students are Black, 39% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of 54th Street Academy?
54th Street Academy has a student ration of 31:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does 54th Street Academy offer ?
54th Street Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is 54th Street Academy part of?
54th Street Academy is part of Kelloggsville School District.
In what neighborhood is 54th Street Academy located?
54th Street Academy is located in the Kelloggsville neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 6 other public schools located in Kelloggsville.
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