Below Average
#2618 of 3,192 schools in MI
Starkweather Academy Fiegel
High School · Plymouth-Canton Community Schools
39750 JOY RD, Plymouth, MI 48170
Enrollment
224
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
10th – 12th
Enrollment
224
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
10th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,618 of 3,192
In Plymouth
#12 of 12
public schools
In district
#23 of 24
Plymouth-Canton Community Schools
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Starkweather Academy Fiegel
Starkweather Academy Fiegel is a public high school in Plymouth, MI, part of Plymouth-Canton Community Schools. Starkweather Academy Fiegel serves approximately 224 students, and covers grades 10th-12th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Starkweather Academy Fiegel has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,618 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Starkweather Academy Fiegel show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 7.6
- MI avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Starkweather Academy Fiegel 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.
96% of students at Starkweather Academy Fiegel 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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Starkweather Academy Fiegel — Students at Starkweather Academy Fiegel score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 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: 7.8/10.
How Starkweather Academy Fiegel Compares
See how Starkweather Academy Fiegel performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
39750 JOY RD, Plymouth, MI 48170
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Starkweather Academy Fiegel may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Churchill High School (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Livonia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Garfield Community School (rated 6.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Livonia), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Plymouth, see our Plymouth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Johnson Upper Elementary School Westland | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Livonia Career Technical Center Livonia | 1.0 mi | — |
| Churchill High School Livonia | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Rosedale Elementary Livonia | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| East Middle School Plymouth | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| PLYMOUTH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Canton | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Hulsing Elementary School Canton | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Randolph Elementary School Livonia | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| NEW MORNING SCHOOL Plymouth | 2.5 mi | 6.8 |
| MONTESSORI CENTER OF OUR LADY Livonia | 2.5 mi | — |
| Garfield Community School Livonia | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| STEPPINGSTONE SCHOOL Plymouth | 2.3 mi | — |
| Eriksson Elementary School Canton | 2.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Farrand Elementary School Plymouth | 2.7 mi | 8.0 |
| PCCS Elementary Virtual Academy Plymouth | 2.3 mi | — |
| PCCS Middle Virtual Academy Plymouth | 2.3 mi | 9.5 |
| Smith Elementary School Plymouth | 2.2 mi | 8.7 |
| BRIGHTMONT ACADEMY - NORTHVILLE Plymouth | 3.0 mi | — |
| ST EDITH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Livonia | 3.0 mi | 5.0 |
| OUR LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL SCHOOL Plymouth | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48170 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,442
Median Home Value
$400,800
Median Rent
$1,114/mo
Population
40,573
College Educated
59%
Homeownership
78.5%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
45.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CA Alternative EdAtlantis Flint, MI | 4.8 |
| The Success Academy Saginaw, MI | 4.7 |
| Traverse City High School Traverse City, MI | 4.7 |
| UCS Alternative Learning Center Sterling Heights, MI | 4.7 |
| Davison Alternative Education Davison, MI | 4.9 |
| Academy for Business and Technology High School Melvindale, MI | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Starkweather Academy Fiegel
What grades does Starkweather Academy Fiegel serve?
Starkweather Academy Fiegel serves students in grades 10th through 12th.
How many students attend Starkweather Academy Fiegel?
Starkweather Academy Fiegel has an enrollment of approximately 224 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Starkweather Academy Fiegel?
The student-teacher ratio at Starkweather Academy Fiegel is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Starkweather Academy Fiegel rank in MI?
Starkweather Academy Fiegel ranks #2,618 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Starkweather Academy Fiegel's MySchoolScout rating?
Starkweather Academy Fiegel has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Starkweather Academy Fiegel?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Starkweather Academy Fiegel has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Starkweather Academy Fiegel a charter school?
No, Starkweather Academy Fiegel is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Starkweather Academy Fiegel a Title I school?
No, Starkweather Academy Fiegel is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Starkweather Academy Fiegel?
51.3% of students at Starkweather Academy Fiegel 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
- 10th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 224
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.3%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 96.4%
- Phone
- (734) 416-4901
- 4-Year Graduation
- 32.0%
Resources & Links
District
Plymouth-Canton Community Schools- District Enrollment
- 16,228
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,114
- District Rank
- #23 of 24
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