Serving 169 students in grades 6-12, Soar Academic Institute ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Online School/Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 169 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Soar Academic Institute ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Soar Academic Institute's student population of 169 students has grown by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
169 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
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 Rankings
Soar Academic Institute ranks within the top 30% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Soar Academic Institute is 0.48, 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
#758 out of 2925 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
68%
18%
White
25%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Soar Academic Institute's ranking?
Soar Academic Institute is ranked #758 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Soar Academic Institute often compared to?
Soar Academic Instituteis often viewed alongside schools like Redford Service Learning Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Soar Academic Institute?
The graduation rate of Soar Academic Institute is 60-69%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Soar Academic Institute?
169 students attend Soar Academic Institute.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Soar Academic Institute students are Black, 25% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Soar Academic Institute?
Soar Academic Institute has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Soar Academic Institute offer ?
Soar Academic Institute offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Soar Academic Institute part of?
Soar Academic Institute is part of South Redford School District.
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