Burton Glen Charter Academy serves 652 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
Burton Glen Charter Academy placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 652 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burton Glen Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Burton Glen Charter Academy's student population of 652 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
652 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Burton Glen Charter Academy is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Burton Glen Charter Academy is 0.47, which is less 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
#2776 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
71%
18%
White
11%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Burton Glen Charter Academy's ranking?
Burton Glen Charter Academy is ranked #2776 out of 2,925 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Burton Glen Charter Academy?
652 students attend Burton Glen Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Burton Glen Charter Academy students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burton Glen Charter Academy?
Burton Glen Charter Academy has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Burton Glen Charter Academy offer ?
Burton Glen Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Burton Glen Charter Academy part of?
Burton Glen Charter Academy is part of Burton Glen Charter Academy School District.
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