Serving 398 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Knapp Charter 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 25% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Knapp Charter Academy's student population of 398 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
398 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
School Motto
Strong hearts and minds impact the world in amazing ways.
School Rankings
Knapp Charter Academy 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 Knapp Charter Academy is 0.74, 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
#1916 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
34%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
29%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
17%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Knapp Charter Academy's ranking?
Knapp Charter Academy is ranked #1916 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Knapp Charter Academy often compared to?
Knapp Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Highlands School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Knapp Charter Academy?
398 students attend Knapp Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Knapp Charter Academy students are Black, 29% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Knapp Charter Academy?
Knapp Charter Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Knapp Charter Academy offer ?
Knapp Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Knapp Charter Academy part of?
Knapp Charter Academy is part of Knapp Charter Academy School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I went to this school until fifth grade. Truly I love the staff and all the students i had as friends. It''s an amazing school.
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