Serving 693 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Frontier International 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 693 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frontier International Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Frontier International Academy's student population of 693 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
693 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Frontier International Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frontier International Academy is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2826 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
10%
18%
White
67%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frontier International Academy's ranking?
Frontier International Academy is ranked #2826 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Frontier International Academy often compared to?
Frontier International Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Kensington Woods Schools, David Ellis West by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Frontier International Academy?
The graduation rate of Frontier International Academy is 85-89%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Frontier International Academy?
693 students attend Frontier International Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Frontier International Academy students are White, 23% of students are Asian, and 10% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frontier International Academy?
Frontier International Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Frontier International Academy offer ?
Frontier International Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Frontier International Academy part of?
Frontier International Academy is part of Frontier International Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Frontier International Academy located?
Frontier International Academy is located in the Buffalo Charles neighborhood of Hamtramck, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Buffalo Charles.
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5 8/11/2023
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