At a glance
Reported students
1,034
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
13.25
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
78:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
02–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Michigan middle enrollment
97th percentile
Compared with 492 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
614
Oakland International Academy 28: 1,034 reported students.
State peer staffing position
99th percentile
78:1 reported; state peer median 17.5:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 211
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Student–teacher ratio
- 11.1:1
What the reported data says about Oakland International Academy 28
Oakland International Academy 28 is a public middle school serving grades 02–08 in Detroit. It is one of 3 current school records connected to Oakland International Academy. NCES reports 1,034 students for 2024–25.
Among 492 middle schools in Michigan with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 504.5 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 97th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 78:1, above the Michigan median of 17.5:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (84.6%) and Asian (7.1%). English learners represent 61.6% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 2.8%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
Questions worth asking Oakland International Academy 28
- 1How do the reported 78:1 student–teacher ratio and 13.25 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 61.6%
- Students with disabilities
- 2.8%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 62.1%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White84.6%
- Hispanic2.7%
- Black3.8%
- Asian7.1%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.2%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial1.6%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Oakland International Academy
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Oakland International Academy 912
High · Grades 09–12
614 reported students
Oakland International Academy PreK1
Elementary · Grades PK–01
344 reported students
Public schools near Oakland International Academy 28
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kosciuszko School Middle · Hamtramck School District of the City of | 07–08 | 279 | 1.3 mi |
| Blackwell Institute Middle · Detroit Public Schools Community District | 04–08 | 92 | 1.9 mi |
| University Preparatory Middle School Middle · Charter · University Preparatory Academy (PSAD) | 06–08 | 384 | 2 mi |
| University Prep Science and Math Middle School Middle · Charter · University Preparatory Science and Math (PSAD) | 06–08 | 513 | 2.3 mi |
| George Washington Carver Middle School Middle · Charter · George Washington Carver Academy | 05–08 | 155 | 3.3 mi |
| Greenfield Union ElementaryMiddle School Middle · Detroit Public Schools Community District | 02–08 | 185 | 4.4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Oakland International Academy 28
What grades does Oakland International Academy 28 serve?
Oakland International Academy 28 reports grades 02–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a middle school in Oakland International Academy.
How many students attend Oakland International Academy 28?
Oakland International Academy 28 reported 1,034 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 97th percentile among 492 Michigan middle schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 211 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Oakland International Academy 28?
The calculated ratio is 78:1, based on 1,034 students and 13.25 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Michigan median for the same school level is 17.5:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Oakland International Academy 28 a public, charter, or magnet school?
Oakland International Academy 28 is a public school operating as a charter school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Oakland International Academy 28 students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
62.1% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Oakland International Academy 28 in?
Oakland International Academy 28 is part of Oakland International Academy, based in Detroit, MI, which operates 3 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Oakland International Academy 28?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Kosciuszko School (1.3 mi), Blackwell Institute (1.9 mi), University Preparatory Middle School (2 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.