Serving 464 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Metro 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 24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
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 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Metro Charter Academy's student population of 464 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
464 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Rankings
Metro 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 Metro Charter Academy is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1953 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
82%
18%
White
2%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Metro Charter Academy's ranking?
Metro Charter Academy is ranked #1953 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Metro Charter Academy often compared to?
Metro Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Wildwood Elementary School, Bentley Elementary School, Wick Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Metro Charter Academy?
464 students attend Metro Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Metro Charter Academy students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Metro Charter Academy?
Metro Charter Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Metro Charter Academy offer ?
Metro Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Metro Charter Academy part of?
Metro Charter Academy is part of Metro Charter Academy School District.
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