Serving 759 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Creative Montessori 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 21% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher 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 and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 759 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Creative Montessori Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Creative Montessori Academy's student population of 759 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
759 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
School Rankings
Creative Montessori 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 Creative Montessori Academy is 0.70, 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
#2147 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
22%
9%
Black
32%
18%
White
39%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
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 Creative Montessori Academy's ranking?
Creative Montessori Academy is ranked #2147 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Creative Montessori Academy?
759 students attend Creative Montessori Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Creative Montessori Academy students are White, 32% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Creative Montessori Academy?
Creative Montessori Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Creative Montessori Academy offer ?
Creative Montessori Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Creative Montessori Academy part of?
Creative Montessori Academy is part of Creative Montessori Academy School District.
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