Richfield 51±¬ÁÏ Academy is a free, public charter school located in Flint, Michigan formerly managed by Mosaica Education but now self managed by the Richfield Board of Directors. It offers grades 3–8 at the main building and a Montessori pre-school program off-site.
Serving 389 students in grades 3-8, Richfield 51±¬ÁÏ 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 3% (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 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 3-8
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richfield 51±¬ÁÏ Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Richfield 51±¬ÁÏ Academy's student population of 389 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 30, 2026
School Motto
We are Richfield Knights and we chose Richfield because we show Perseverance, Integrity, Character, and Kindness!
School Rankings
Richfield 51±¬ÁÏ 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 Richfield 51±¬ÁÏ Academy is 0.53, 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
#2995 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
65%
18%
White
17%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Richfield 51±¬ÁÏ Academy's ranking?
Richfield 51±¬ÁÏ Academy is ranked #2995 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?
3% 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).
How many students attend Richfield 51±¬ÁÏ Academy?
389 students attend Richfield 51±¬ÁÏ Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Richfield 51±¬ÁÏ Academy students are Black, 17% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richfield 51±¬ÁÏ Academy?
Richfield 51±¬ÁÏ Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Richfield 51±¬ÁÏ Academy offer ?
Richfield 51±¬ÁÏ Academy offers enrollment in grades 3-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Richfield 51±¬ÁÏ Academy part of?
Richfield 51±¬ÁÏ Academy is part of Richfield 51±¬ÁÏ Academy School District.
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