Serving 538 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Central 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 538 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Central Academy's student population of 538 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
538 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central 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 Central Academy is 0.36, 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
#1791 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
10%
18%
White
79%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Sports
Basketball, Soccer
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Central Academy is located in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The school has been in existence since 1996 and serves students pre-k through 12th grade. Central Academy is a public school academy that adheres to all state and federal regulations passed down from the Michigan Department of Education. Central Academy offers Arabic as a second language program in all grades, a full-day kindergarten, advanced or dual-enrollment classes in high school, and has a required dress code.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Academy's ranking?
Central Academy is ranked #1791 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Central Academy often compared to?
Central Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Washtenaw Technical Middle College by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Academy?
The graduation rate of Central Academy is 90%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Central Academy?
538 students attend Central Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Central Academy students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Academy?
Central Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Central Academy offer ?
Central Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Central Academy part of?
Central Academy is part of Central Academy School District.
School Reviews
1 2/10/2020
I have been going here for years yes sometimes they do good things but I never see respect they only treat their family members good and no one else and they are very cheap when it comes to field trips they get $600 every Friday and can't spend it on the students instead they keep it for their selves I do appreciate staff there but not all staff thank you for respecting my review.
5 7/7/2009
This school is great for immigrants to the US. If your child is an English language learner, this is the place to bring them.
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