Serving 250 students in grades 5-8, Old Redford Academy Middle School 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 2% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 250 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Old Redford Academy Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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Old Redford Academy Middle School's student population of 250 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 550% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
250 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Old Redford Academy Middle School 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 Old Redford Academy Middle School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2947 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
97%
18%
White
1%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Old Redford Academy Middle School's ranking?
Old Redford Academy Middle School is ranked #2947 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?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Old Redford Academy Middle School?
250 students attend Old Redford Academy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Old Redford Academy Middle School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Old Redford Academy Middle School?
Old Redford Academy Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Old Redford Academy Middle School offer ?
Old Redford Academy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Old Redford Academy Middle School part of?
Old Redford Academy Middle School is part of Old Redford Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Old Redford Academy Middle School located?
Old Redford Academy Middle School is located in the Oak Grove neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 2 other public schools located in Oak Grove.
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