Serving 220 students in grades 6-8, University Middle School Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 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 Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University Middle School Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
University Middle School Academy's student population of 220 students has grown by 92% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 125% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
220 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
University Middle School Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University Middle School Academy is 0.10, 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
#730 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
95%
18%
White
1%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University Middle School Academy's ranking?
University Middle School Academy is ranked #730 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are University Middle School Academy often compared to?
University Middle School Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Alice M Birney K8 School, Macarthur K8 University Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend University Middle School Academy?
220 students attend University Middle School Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of University Middle School Academy students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of University Middle School Academy?
University Middle School Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does University Middle School Academy offer ?
University Middle School Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is University Middle School Academy part of?
University Middle School Academy is part of Southfield ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School District.
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