Serving 783 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Linden 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 14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 783 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Linden Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Linden Charter Academy's student population of 783 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
783 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Linden 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 Linden Charter Academy is 0.25, which is less 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
#2519 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
86%
18%
White
2%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Linden Charter Academy's ranking?
Linden Charter Academy is ranked #2519 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Linden Charter Academy?
783 students attend Linden Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Linden Charter Academy students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Linden Charter Academy?
Linden Charter Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Linden Charter Academy offer ?
Linden Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Linden Charter Academy part of?
Linden Charter Academy is part of Linden Charter Academy School District.
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