Crossroads Charter Academy is a tuition-free K-12 public charter school located in Big Rapids, Michigan in Mecosta County.
Serving 103 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Crossroads Charter Academy K5 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 103 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crossroads Charter Academy K5's student population of 103 students has declined by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 55% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
103 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
School Rankings
Crossroads Charter Academy K5 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crossroads Charter Academy K5 is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2087 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Navy Blue
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crossroads Charter Academy K5's ranking?
Crossroads Charter Academy K5 is ranked #2087 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Crossroads Charter Academy K5 often compared to?
Crossroads Charter Academy K5is often viewed alongside schools like Brookside Elementary School, Riverview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Crossroads Charter Academy K5?
103 students attend Crossroads Charter Academy K5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Crossroads Charter Academy K5 students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crossroads Charter Academy K5?
Crossroads Charter Academy K5 has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Crossroads Charter Academy K5 offer ?
Crossroads Charter Academy K5 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Crossroads Charter Academy K5 part of?
Crossroads Charter Academy K5 is part of Crossroads Charter Academy School District.
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