Below Average
#2725 of 3,192 schools in MI
Innovation Academy
High School · Howell Public Schools
861 E SIBLEY ST, Howell, MI 48843
Enrollment
184
Student-Teacher
23:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
184
Student-Teacher
23:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,725 of 3,192
In Howell
#13 of 14
public schools
In district
#10 of 10
Howell Public Schools
Academic growth
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Innovation Academy
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About Innovation Academy
Innovation Academy is a public high school in Howell, MI, part of Howell Public Schools. Innovation Academy serves approximately 184 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 23:1 student-teacher ratio. Innovation Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,725 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Innovation Academy show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2021) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2021).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- MI avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 184 students, Innovation Academy 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.
Test scores at Innovation Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Innovation Academy runs 23:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Innovation Academy — Students at Innovation Academy score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 8 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.
How Innovation Academy Compares
See how Innovation Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
861 E SIBLEY ST, Howell, MI 48843
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Innovation Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Howell High School (rated 6.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Charyl Stockwell Academy High School (rated 6.4/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Brighton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FlexTech High School (rated 5.6/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Brighton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Howell, see our Howell schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Howell | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Northwest Elementary School Howell | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Southwest Elementary School Howell | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Challenger Elementary School Howell | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Voyager Elementary School Howell | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Howell High School Howell | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Pathway School Howell | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Adult Transition Services Howell | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Highlander Way Middle School Howell | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Parker Middle School Howell | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Ruahmah J Hutchings Elementary Howell | 2.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Three Fires Elementary Howell | 3.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Farley Hill Elementary School Pinckney | 8.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Hornung Elementary School Brighton | 7.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Maltby Intermediate School Brighton | 7.2 mi | 8.3 |
| SHEPHERD OF THE LAKES LUTHERAN SCHOOL Brighton | 6.7 mi | 3.8 |
| FlexTech High School Brighton | 7.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Charyl Stockwell Academy Middle School Brighton | 7.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Charyl Stockwell Academy High School Brighton | 7.6 mi | 6.4 |
| LIVINGSTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Brighton | 7.8 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48843 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,620
Median Home Value
$323,100
Median Rent
$1,221/mo
Population
46,902
College Educated
37.3%
Homeownership
77.2%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
41.9
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|---|---|
| Lincoln Alternative High School Owosso, MI | 4.5 |
| Vicksburg Pathways High School Vicksburg, MI | 4.5 |
| Virtual Learning Academyof St Clair County Marysville, MI | 4.5 |
| Alternative Educational Academy of Ogemaw County West Branch, MI | 4.6 |
| Crossroads Alternative High School Grand Rapids, MI | 4.4 |
| Jerry L White Center Detroit, MI | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Innovation Academy
What grades does Innovation Academy serve?
Innovation Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Innovation Academy?
Innovation Academy has an enrollment of approximately 184 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Innovation Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Innovation Academy is 23:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Innovation Academy rank in MI?
Innovation Academy ranks #2,725 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Innovation Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Innovation Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Innovation Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Innovation Academy has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2021) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2021).
Is Innovation Academy a charter school?
No, Innovation Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Innovation Academy a Title I school?
No, Innovation Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Innovation Academy?
52.2% of students at Innovation Academy 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 184
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Livingston County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.8%
- Phone
- (517) 540-8300
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
Howell Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 6,722
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,228
- District Rank
- #10 of 10
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