Serving 369 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Three Oaks 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower 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: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Three Oaks 51±¬ÁÏ Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Three Oaks 51±¬ÁÏ Academy's student population of 369 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
369 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Motto
Engaged. Empowered. Excellence.
School Rankings
Three Oaks 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 Three Oaks 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
#2251 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
66%
18%
White
17%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
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 Three Oaks 51±¬ÁÏ Academy's ranking?
Three Oaks 51±¬ÁÏ Academy is ranked #2251 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Three Oaks 51±¬ÁÏ Academy?
369 students attend Three Oaks 51±¬ÁÏ Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Three Oaks 51±¬ÁÏ Academy students are Black, 17% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Three Oaks 51±¬ÁÏ Academy?
Three Oaks 51±¬ÁÏ Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Three Oaks 51±¬ÁÏ Academy offer ?
Three Oaks 51±¬ÁÏ Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Three Oaks 51±¬ÁÏ Academy part of?
Three Oaks 51±¬ÁÏ Academy is part of Three Oaks 51±¬ÁÏ Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Three Oaks 51±¬ÁÏ Academy located?
Three Oaks 51±¬ÁÏ Academy is located in the Sheldon Park neighborhood of Muskegon, MI.
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