The International Academy is a public, magnet high school with its main campus located in Bloomfield Township, Oakland County, Michigan, with additional campuses in White Lake Township, Michigan and Troy, Michigan. Students are required to earn both high school and International Baccalaureate diplomas.
Serving 1,392 students in grades 9-12, International Academy ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 94% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 98% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,392 students
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 98% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
International Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
International Academy's student population of 1,392 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,392 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
1996
Colors
Navy Blue, Silver
School Rankings
International Academy ranks within the top 1% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of International Academy is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4 out of 3025 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
98%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
50%
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
40%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Phoenix
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is International Academy's ranking?
International Academy is ranked #4 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are International Academy often compared to?
International Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Troy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 98% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend International Academy?
1,392 students attend International Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of International Academy students are Asian, 40% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does International Academy offer ?
International Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is International Academy part of?
International Academy is part of Oakland Schools School District.
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