Below Average
#2538 of 3,192 schools in MI
Keys Grace Academy
School · Keys Grace Academy
27321 Hampden Street, Madison Heights, MI 48071
Enrollment
514
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
514
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,538 of 3,192
In Madison Heights
#11 of 12
public schools
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Keys Grace Academy
Keys Grace Academy is a public school in Madison Heights, MI, part of Keys Grace Academy. Keys Grace Academy serves approximately 514 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 21.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Keys Grace Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,538 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Keys Grace Academy show 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 5% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- MI avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Keys Grace 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.
Keys Grace Academy runs 21.4:1 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.
Keys Grace Academy 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.
Score Breakdown
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Keys Grace Academy — Students at Keys Grace Academy score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.5/10.
How Keys Grace Academy Compares
See how Keys Grace Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
27321 Hampden Street, Madison Heights, MI 48071
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Keys Grace Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Jardon Vocational School (rated 5.8/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Ferndale), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Edison (rated 5.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Ferndale), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Webb Elementary School (rated 4.7/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Ferndale), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Madison Heights, see our Madison Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wilkinson Middle School Madison Heights | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Oakland Elementary School Royal Oak | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Keller Elementary Royal Oak | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Edmonson Elementary School Madison Heights | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Madison High School Madison Heights | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Madison Preparatory High School Madison Hts | 0.9 mi | — |
| Four Corners Montessori Academy Madison Heights | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Madison Elementary School Madison Heights | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Page Middle School Madison Heights | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Madison District Early Childhood Education Center Madison Heights | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Edison Ferndale | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Lamphere Center Madison Heights | 1.4 mi | — |
| Lessenger Elementary School Madison Heights | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Invest Roosevelt Alternative High School Hazel Park | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Webb Elementary School Ferndale | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Jardon Vocational School Ferndale | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Hiller Elementary School Madison Heights | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Lamphere High School Madison Heights | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Churchill Community Ed Center Royal Oak | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Royal Oak | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48071 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,726
Median Home Value
$190,300
Median Rent
$1,138/mo
Population
28,411
College Educated
32.1%
Homeownership
63.8%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Flint Cultural Center Academy Flint, MI | 5.0 |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL Portland, MI | 5.0 |
| INTER-CITY BAPTIST SCHOOL Allen Park, MI | 5.1 |
| Webb Elementary School Ferndale, MI | 4.7 |
| Uplift Michigan Academy Stephenson, MI | 5.3 |
| Cardinal Elementary Muskegon, MI | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Keys Grace Academy
What grades does Keys Grace Academy serve?
Keys Grace Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Keys Grace Academy?
Keys Grace Academy has an enrollment of approximately 514 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Keys Grace Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Keys Grace Academy is 21.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Keys Grace Academy rank in MI?
Keys Grace Academy ranks #2,538 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Keys Grace Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Keys Grace Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Keys Grace Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Keys Grace Academy has 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 5% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
Is Keys Grace Academy a charter school?
Yes, Keys Grace Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Keys Grace Academy a Title I school?
No, Keys Grace Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Keys Grace Academy?
99.8% of students at Keys Grace 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
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 514
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Oakland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.4%
- Phone
- (248) 629-7700
Resources & Links
District
Keys Grace Academy- District Enrollment
- 514
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,660
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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