Serving 359 students in grades Kindergarten-8, New Branches 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Branches Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
New Branches Charter Academy's student population of 359 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
359 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
New Branches Charter Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Branches Charter Academy is 0.66, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2105 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
26%
9%
Black
51%
18%
White
9%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 New Branches Charter Academy's ranking?
New Branches Charter Academy is ranked #2105 out of 3,069 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend New Branches Charter Academy?
359 students attend New Branches Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of New Branches Charter Academy students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are White, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Branches Charter Academy?
New Branches Charter Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does New Branches Charter Academy offer ?
New Branches Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is New Branches Charter Academy part of?
New Branches Charter Academy is part of New Branches Charter Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is New Branches Charter Academy located?
New Branches Charter Academy is located in the West Millbrook neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in West Millbrook.
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