Serving 348 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Thompson K8 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 6% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thompson K8 International Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Thompson K8 International Academy's student population of 348 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thompson K8 International Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thompson K8 International Academy is 0.22, 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
#2646 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
88%
18%
White
4%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thompson K8 International Academy's ranking?
Thompson K8 International Academy is ranked #2646 out of 3,069 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?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Thompson K8 International Academy?
348 students attend Thompson K8 International Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Thompson K8 International Academy students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thompson K8 International Academy?
Thompson K8 International Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Thompson K8 International Academy offer ?
Thompson K8 International Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Thompson K8 International Academy part of?
Thompson K8 International Academy is part of Southfield Public School District.
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