Serving 596 students in grades Kindergarten-8, North Saginaw 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 18% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher 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 Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 596 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Saginaw Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
North Saginaw Charter Academy's student population of 596 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
596 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Saginaw 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 North Saginaw Charter Academy is 0.56, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2333 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
17%
9%
Black
63%
18%
White
9%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 North Saginaw Charter Academy's ranking?
North Saginaw Charter Academy is ranked #2333 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are North Saginaw Charter Academy often compared to?
North Saginaw Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Sherwood Elementary School, Kempton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend North Saginaw Charter Academy?
596 students attend North Saginaw Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of North Saginaw Charter Academy students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Saginaw Charter Academy?
North Saginaw Charter Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Saginaw Charter Academy offer ?
North Saginaw Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Saginaw Charter Academy part of?
North Saginaw Charter Academy is part of North Saginaw Charter Academy School District.
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