Serving 442 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Lansing 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 16% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lansing Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lansing Charter Academy's student population of 442 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
442 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lansing Charter 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 Lansing Charter Academy is 0.65, which is more 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
#2518 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
18%
9%
Black
54%
18%
White
12%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lansing Charter Academy's ranking?
Lansing Charter Academy is ranked #2518 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Lansing Charter Academy?
442 students attend Lansing Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Lansing Charter Academy students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lansing Charter Academy?
Lansing Charter Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lansing Charter Academy offer ?
Lansing Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Lansing Charter Academy part of?
Lansing Charter Academy is part of Lansing Charter Academy School District.
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