Serving 768 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Bradford 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 4% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 768 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bradford Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bradford Academy's student population of 768 students has declined by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 59% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
768 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Mascot
Bradford Bulldog
School Rankings
Bradford 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 Bradford Academy is 0.02, 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
#2979 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
99%
18%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bradford Bulldog
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bradford Academy's ranking?
Bradford Academy is ranked #2979 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Bradford Academy often compared to?
Bradford Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Alice M Birney K8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bradford Academy?
The graduation rate of Bradford Academy is 75-79%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Bradford Academy?
768 students attend Bradford Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Bradford Academy students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bradford Academy?
Bradford Academy has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bradford Academy offer ?
Bradford Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bradford Academy part of?
Bradford Academy is part of Bradford Academy School District.
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