César Chávez Academy - Academia César Chávez is a K-12 public charter school in Detroit, Michigan. It is operated by The Leona Group, an operator of charter schools in Arizona, Florida, Michigan, and Ohio.
Serving 436 students in grades 3-5, Cesar Chavez Academy Intermediate 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 5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cesar Chavez Academy Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cesar Chavez Academy Intermediate's student population of 436 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
436 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Cesar Chavez Academy Intermediate 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 Cesar Chavez Academy Intermediate is 0.15, 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
#2893 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
92%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
5%
63%
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
91%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Aztec Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cesar Chavez Academy Intermediate's ranking?
Cesar Chavez Academy Intermediate is ranked #2893 out of 3,069 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?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Cesar Chavez Academy Intermediate?
436 students attend Cesar Chavez Academy Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Cesar Chavez Academy Intermediate students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cesar Chavez Academy Intermediate?
Cesar Chavez Academy Intermediate has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cesar Chavez Academy Intermediate offer ?
Cesar Chavez Academy Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cesar Chavez Academy Intermediate part of?
Cesar Chavez Academy Intermediate is part of Cesar Chavez Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Cesar Chavez Academy Intermediate located?
Cesar Chavez Academy Intermediate is located in the Michigan Martin neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Michigan Martin.
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