Arts Academy in the Woods is a charter, magnet high school and middle school located in Fraser, Michigan, United States. The school's educational focus is on the arts, primarily visual art, music, and performance art.
Serving 346 students in grades 6-12, Arts Academy In The Woods ranks in the top 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arts Academy In The Woods ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Arts Academy In The Woods's student population of 346 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
346 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
2001
Colors
White, Green
School Rankings
Arts Academy In The Woods ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arts Academy In The Woods is 0.63, which is more 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
#1527 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
31%
18%
White
52%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
81%
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 Arts Academy In The Woods's ranking?
Arts Academy In The Woods is ranked #1527 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Arts Academy In The Woods often compared to?
Arts Academy In The Woodsis often viewed alongside schools like Troy College And Career High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arts Academy In The Woods?
The graduation rate of Arts Academy In The Woods is 65-69%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Arts Academy In The Woods?
346 students attend Arts Academy In The Woods.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Arts Academy In The Woods students are White, 31% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arts Academy In The Woods?
Arts Academy In The Woods has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Arts Academy In The Woods offer ?
Arts Academy In The Woods offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arts Academy In The Woods part of?
Arts Academy In The Woods is part of Arts Academy In The Woods School District.
School Reviews
5 6/3/2022
Students receive an outstanding education!!
5 9/9/2017
Great teachers, principal that truly cares and small class sizes. My daughter is receiving a great education at AAW!
5 5/13/2017
This school literally turned my life around with the atmosphere. It's not like other schools, this school really allows you have be yourself and express your talent! And if you have a bullying problem, I highly suggest coming to here. There won't be any jocks, or punks to ruin your high school experience in any shape or form!
2 3/2/2010
Poor academics and not enough emphasis placed on success. Rude students and high staff turn around and the building is in poor shape
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