Serving 690 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Canton Charter Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% 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: 690 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canton Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Canton Charter Academy's student population of 690 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
690 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Canton Charter Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canton Charter Academy is 0.70, 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
#282 out of 2925 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
46%
3%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
18%
18%
White
23%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canton Charter Academy's ranking?
Canton Charter Academy is ranked #282 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Canton Charter Academy often compared to?
Canton Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Achieve Charter Academy, South Canton Scholars Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Canton Charter Academy?
690 students attend Canton Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Canton Charter Academy students are Asian, 23% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Canton Charter Academy?
Canton Charter Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Canton Charter Academy offer ?
Canton Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Canton Charter Academy part of?
Canton Charter Academy is part of Canton Charter Academy School District.
School Reviews
5 1/19/2022
I really love this school.
5 10/14/2020
I went here through kindergarten through 5th grade. Then we left because the school could not handle bullying and the Pre teacher was very mean.
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