Serving 418 students in grades Prekindergarten-9, Benton Harbor Charter School Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 2% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benton Harbor Charter School Academy's student population of 418 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-9
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
418 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1997
School Motto
Persist Until I Succeed
School Rankings
Benton Harbor Charter School Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benton Harbor Charter School Academy is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3019 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
96%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)77.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
4%
Showing 2004–2022. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy, Black and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benton Harbor Charter School Academy's ranking?
Benton Harbor Charter School Academy is ranked #3019 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Benton Harbor Charter School Academy?
418 students attend Benton Harbor Charter School Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Benton Harbor Charter School Academy students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benton Harbor Charter School Academy?
Benton Harbor Charter School Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Benton Harbor Charter School Academy offer ?
Benton Harbor Charter School Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-9 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Benton Harbor Charter School Academy part of?
Benton Harbor Charter School Academy is part of Benton Harbor Charter School Academy School District.
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