Serving 640 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Paragon Charter Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 640 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paragon Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Paragon Charter Academy's student population of 640 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
640 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Paragon Charter Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paragon Charter Academy is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1167 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
25%
18%
White
48%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paragon Charter Academy's ranking?
Paragon Charter Academy is ranked #1167 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Paragon Charter Academy often compared to?
Paragon Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Dibble Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Paragon Charter Academy?
640 students attend Paragon Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Paragon Charter Academy students are White, 25% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paragon Charter Academy?
Paragon Charter Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Paragon Charter Academy offer ?
Paragon Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Paragon Charter Academy part of?
Paragon Charter Academy is part of Paragon Charter Academy School District.
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