Serving 791 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Laurus 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 20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 791 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laurus Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Laurus Academy's student population of 791 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
791 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Rankings
Laurus 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 Laurus Academy is 0.22, 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
#2194 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
88%
18%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laurus Academy's ranking?
Laurus Academy is ranked #2194 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Laurus Academy often compared to?
Laurus Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Crescent Academy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Laurus Academy?
791 students attend Laurus Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Laurus Academy students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laurus Academy?
Laurus Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Laurus Academy offer ?
Laurus Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Laurus Academy part of?
Laurus Academy is part of Laurus Academy School District.
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