Serving 697 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Burton Glen Charter 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 15% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 697 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (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 697 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
697 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Burton Glen Charter Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burton Glen Charter Academy is 0.48, which is less 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
#2545 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
69%
18%
White
8%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burton Glen Charter Academy's ranking?
Burton Glen Charter Academy is ranked #2545 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Burton Glen Charter Academy often compared to?
Burton Glen Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Grand Blanc Academy, Kuehnhaven Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Burton Glen Charter Academy?
697 students attend Burton Glen Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Burton Glen Charter Academy students are Black, 19% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are White, and 4% 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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