Serving 155 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cole 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% 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: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cole Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Cole Academy's student population of 155 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
155 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Rankings
Cole 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 Cole Academy is 0.74, 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
#2154 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
24%
9%
Black
38%
18%
White
19%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Huskies
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cole Academy's ranking?
Cole Academy is ranked #2154 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Cole Academy often compared to?
Cole Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Post Oak School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Cole Academy?
155 students attend Cole Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Cole Academy students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cole Academy?
Cole Academy has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Cole Academy offer ?
Cole Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Cole Academy part of?
Cole Academy is part of Cole Academy School District.
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