Serving 473 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Caniff Liberty 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Caniff Liberty Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Caniff Liberty Academy's student population of 473 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
473 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Caniff Liberty Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Caniff Liberty Academy is 0.62, 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
#2322 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
35%
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
17%
18%
White
48%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Caniff Liberty Academy's ranking?
Caniff Liberty Academy is ranked #2322 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Caniff Liberty Academy?
473 students attend Caniff Liberty Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Caniff Liberty Academy students are White, 35% of students are Asian, and 17% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Caniff Liberty Academy?
Caniff Liberty Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Caniff Liberty Academy offer ?
Caniff Liberty Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Caniff Liberty Academy part of?
Caniff Liberty Academy is part of Caniff Liberty Academy School District.
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