Serving 742 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Charlton Heston 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 17% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 742 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charlton Heston Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Charlton Heston Academy's student population of 742 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
742 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Charlton Heston 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 Charlton Heston Academy is 0.10, 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
#2372 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
95%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charlton Heston Academy's ranking?
Charlton Heston Academy is ranked #2372 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Charlton Heston Academy often compared to?
Charlton Heston Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Roscommon Elementary School, Roscommon High School, Houghton Lake Jrsr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Charlton Heston Academy?
The graduation rate of Charlton Heston Academy is 90%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Charlton Heston Academy?
742 students attend Charlton Heston Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Charlton Heston Academy students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charlton Heston Academy?
Charlton Heston Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Charlton Heston Academy offer ?
Charlton Heston Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Charlton Heston Academy part of?
Charlton Heston Academy is part of Charlton Heston Academy School District.
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