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#2236 of 3,192 schools in MI
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Crescent Academy Pk1
Elementary School · Crescent Academy
17570 West 12 Mile Road, Southfield, MI 48076
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 17 schools in Southfield. Learn more
Enrollment
173
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
173
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,236 of 3,192
In Southfield
#6 of 18
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Crescent Academy
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Crescent Academy Pk1
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About Crescent Academy Pk1
Crescent Academy Pk1 is a public elementary school in Southfield, MI, part of Crescent Academy. Crescent Academy Pk1 serves approximately 173 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Crescent Academy Pk1 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,236 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 173 students, Crescent Academy Pk1 is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Crescent Academy Pk1 is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
69% of students at Crescent Academy Pk1 were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Crescent Academy Pk1 Compares
See how Crescent Academy Pk1 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
17570 West 12 Mile Road, Southfield, MI 48076
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Crescent Academy Pk1 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pierce Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Birmingham), which scores notably higher. Another option is Beverly Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Beverly Hills), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Greenfield Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Beverly Hills), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Southfield, see our Southfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48076 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,171
Median Home Value
$251,300
Median Rent
$1,451/mo
Population
24,817
College Educated
44.3%
Homeownership
72.5%
Avg Commute
23.8 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
45.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bear Lake Elementary School Bear Lake, MI | 5.4 |
| Dr Martin Luther King Academy Muskegon Heights, MI | 5.4 |
| North Central Elementary School Hermansville, MI | 5.4 |
| Oakland Academy Portage, MI | 5.4 |
| PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Shelby Township, MI | 5.4 |
| ST ISAAC JOGUES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saint Clair Shores, MI | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Crescent Academy Pk1
What grades does Crescent Academy Pk1 serve?
Crescent Academy Pk1 serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Crescent Academy Pk1?
Crescent Academy Pk1 has an enrollment of approximately 173 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Crescent Academy Pk1?
The student-teacher ratio at Crescent Academy Pk1 is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Crescent Academy Pk1 rank in MI?
Crescent Academy Pk1 ranks #2,236 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Crescent Academy Pk1's MySchoolScout rating?
Crescent Academy Pk1 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Crescent Academy Pk1 a charter school?
Yes, Crescent Academy Pk1 is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Crescent Academy Pk1 a Title I school?
No, Crescent Academy Pk1 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Crescent Academy Pk1?
98.3% of students at Crescent Academy Pk1 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 173
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Oakland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 68.8%
- Phone
- (248) 423-4581
Resources & Links
District
Crescent Academy- District Enrollment
- 707
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,324
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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