Serving 483 students in grades Kindergarten-8, East Arbor Charter Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Arbor Charter Academy's student population of 483 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
483 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
2011
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Arbor Charter Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Arbor Charter Academy is 0.69, which is more 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
#1343 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
48%
18%
White
21%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Arbor Charter Academy's ranking?
East Arbor Charter Academy is ranked #1343 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are East Arbor Charter Academy often compared to?
East Arbor Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like South Arbor Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend East Arbor Charter Academy?
483 students attend East Arbor Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of East Arbor Charter Academy students are Black, 21% of students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Arbor Charter Academy?
East Arbor Charter Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does East Arbor Charter Academy offer ?
East Arbor Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Arbor Charter Academy part of?
East Arbor Charter Academy is part of East Arbor Charter Academy School District.
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