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Strive Academy
High School · St. Johns Public Schools
101 WEST CASS ST STE A, Saint Johns, MI 48879
Enrollment
47
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
5.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
47
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
5.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,018 of 3,192
In Saint Johns
#7 of 8
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
St. Johns Public Schools
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Strive Academy
Strive Academy is a public high school in Saint Johns, MI, part of St. Johns Public Schools. Strive Academy serves approximately 47 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio.
Strive Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,018 of 3,192 schools in MI. Structured state assessment records for Strive Academy show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- MI avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 47 students, Strive 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 Strive 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.
Score Breakdown
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Strive Academy — Students at Strive Academy score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 18 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.
How Strive Academy Compares
See how Strive Academy 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
101 WEST CASS ST STE A, Saint Johns, MI 48879
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Strive Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. DeWitt High School (rated 7.3/10, 12.1 miles away, in nearby Dewitt), which scores notably higher. Another option is St Johns High School (rated 7.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OvidElsie High School (rated 7.1/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Elsie), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Saint Johns, see our Saint Johns schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Saint Johns | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Oakview Elementary School Saint Johns | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| St Johns High School Saint Johns | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| St Johns Middle School Saint Johns | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Gateway Elementary School Saint Johns | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Clinton County Education Center Saint Johns | 2.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Eureka School Saint Johns | 7.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Riley Elementary School Saint Johns | 8.0 mi | 6.3 |
| David Scott Elementary School Dewitt | 10.0 mi | 8.2 |
| OvidElsie High School Elsie | 8.7 mi | 7.1 |
| OvidElsie Middle School Elsie | 8.7 mi | 6.8 |
| DeWitt Middle School Dewitt | 11.7 mi | 7.4 |
| ST PETER LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL Saint Johns | 9.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Herbison Woods Elementary School Dewitt | 11.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Schavey Road Elementary School Dewitt | 12.0 mi | 5.5 |
| DeWitt High School Dewitt | 12.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Blended Learning Academies Credit Recovery High School Lansing | 12.4 mi | 3.8 |
| EE Knight Elementary School Elsie | 10.2 mi | 6.1 |
| OvidElsie Comm EdAlt HS Elsie | 9.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Leonard Elementary School Ovid | 9.2 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48879 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,845
Median Home Value
$215,100
Median Rent
$884/mo
Population
18,472
College Educated
23.5%
Homeownership
81.3%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
10.5%
Median Age
43.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Strive Academy
What grades does Strive Academy serve?
Strive Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Strive Academy?
Strive Academy has an enrollment of approximately 47 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Strive Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Strive Academy is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Strive Academy rank in MI?
Strive Academy ranks #2,018 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Strive Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Strive Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Strive Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Strive Academy has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Strive Academy a charter school?
No, Strive Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Strive Academy a Title I school?
No, Strive Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Strive Academy?
72.3% of students at Strive 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 47
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.3%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Clinton County
- Phone
- (989) 227-0170
- 4-Year Graduation
- 49.5%
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District
St. Johns Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 2,573
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,100
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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