Very Good
#756 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 24% in state
Momentum Academy
Elementary School · Momentum Academy
60 S LYNN AVE, Waterford, MI 48328
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#756 of 3,192
In Waterford
#3 of 19
public schools
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Momentum Academy
Elementary School in Waterford · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Momentum Academy
Momentum Academy is a public elementary school in Waterford, MI, part of Momentum Academy. Momentum Academy serves approximately 212 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Momentum Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #756 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Momentum Academy show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Momentum 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.
Momentum 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.
47% of students at Momentum Academy 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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Momentum Academy — Students at Momentum Academy score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 29 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: 9.2/10.
How Momentum Academy Compares
See how Momentum Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
60 S LYNN AVE, Waterford, MI 48328
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Momentum Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cooley Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Gretchko Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby West Bloomfield), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Roosevelt Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Orchard Lake), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Waterford, see our Waterford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Donelson Hills Elementary School Waterford | 0.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Oakside Prep Academy Waterford | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Virtual Learning Academy Consortium Waterford | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Waterford Lifetracks Program Crary Campus Waterford | 1.4 mi | — |
| Waterford Durant High School Waterford | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Childrens Village School Pontiac | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Waterford Mott High School Waterford | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Waterford Montessori Academy Waterford | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School Orchard Lake | 2.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Alcott School Pontiac | 2.4 mi | 2.4 |
| SAVE OUR COMMUNITY KORPORATION Pontiac | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Pontiac Academy for Excellence Pontiac | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Whitman Elementary School Pontiac | 2.3 mi | 3.2 |
| OUR LADY OF REFUGE SCHOOL Orchard Lake | 2.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Great Lakes Academy Pontiac | 2.5 mi | 3.0 |
| Cooley Elementary School Waterford | 3.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Flex High School of Pontiac Pontiac | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Haviland Elementary School Waterford | 2.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Knudsen Elementary School Waterford | 2.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Gretchko Elementary School West Bloomfield | 3.2 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48328 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,788
Median Home Value
$210,800
Median Rent
$1,041/mo
Population
25,409
College Educated
27.1%
Homeownership
65.9%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Median Age
42.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hughes Elementary School Marshall, MI | 7.3 |
| Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center Garden City, MI | 7.3 |
| North Pointe Elementary Southgate, MI | 7.3 |
| Oakman Elementary School Dearborn, MI | 7.3 |
| ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson, MI | 7.3 |
| AkronFairgrove Elem School Akron, MI | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Momentum Academy
What grades does Momentum Academy serve?
Momentum Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Momentum Academy?
Momentum Academy has an enrollment of approximately 212 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Momentum Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Momentum Academy is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Momentum Academy rank in MI?
Momentum Academy ranks #756 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Momentum Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Momentum Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Momentum Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Momentum Academy has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
Is Momentum Academy a charter school?
Yes, Momentum Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Momentum Academy a Title I school?
No, Momentum Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Momentum Academy?
92.5% of students at Momentum 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 212
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Oakland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.7%
- Phone
- (248) 682-5000
Resources & Links
District
Momentum Academy- District Enrollment
- 212
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,761
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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