East Arbor Charter Academy

6885 Merritt Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 473 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 39% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). 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 23:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 473 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 75%
  • : Top 50% in MI
  • : 39% (Top 50%)
  • : 47% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

East Arbor Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

East Arbor Charter Academy's student population of 473 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 41% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
473 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers

School Rankings

East Arbor Charter Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Arbor Charter Academy is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#1300 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
39%
34%
47%
45%
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
45%
18%
White
25%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.70
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is East Arbor Charter Academy's ranking?
East Arbor Charter Academy is ranked #1300 out of 3,069 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?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
473 students attend East Arbor Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of East Arbor Charter Academy students are Black, 25% of students are White, 15% 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 23:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
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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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 473 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 75%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 39% (Top 50%)
  • : 47% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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