Serving 822 students in grades Kindergarten-8, South Canton Scholars Charter Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 822 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Canton Scholars Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
South Canton Scholars Charter Academy's student population of 822 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
822 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
2011
School Calendar
School Motto
Strong hearts and minds impact the world in amazing ways.
Average Class Size
18 students
School Rankings
South Canton Scholars Charter Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Canton Scholars Charter Academy is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#383 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
33%
18%
White
27%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Canton Scholars Charter Academy's ranking?
South Canton Scholars Charter Academy is ranked #383 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are South Canton Scholars Charter Academy often compared to?
South Canton Scholars Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Achieve Charter Academy, Canton Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend South Canton Scholars Charter Academy?
822 students attend South Canton Scholars Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of South Canton Scholars Charter Academy students are Black, 27% of students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Canton Scholars Charter Academy?
South Canton Scholars Charter Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does South Canton Scholars Charter Academy offer ?
South Canton Scholars Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Canton Scholars Charter Academy part of?
South Canton Scholars Charter Academy is part of South Canton Scholars Charter Academy School District.
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