Serving 1,643 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Star 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 25% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,643 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Star International Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Star International Academy's student population of 1,643 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,643 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Year Founded
2012
School Calendar
School Mascot
Star
School Rankings
Star International 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 Star International Academy is 0.13, 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
#2068 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
93%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Star
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Star International Academy's ranking?
Star International Academy is ranked #2068 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?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Star International Academy?
The graduation rate of Star International Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Star International Academy?
1,643 students attend Star International Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Star International Academy students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Star International Academy?
Star International Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Star International Academy offer ?
Star International Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Star International Academy part of?
Star International Academy is part of Star International Academy School District.
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