Serving 765 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Vanguard Charter Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 765 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vanguard Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Vanguard Charter Academy's student population of 765 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
765 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1996
School Calendar
School Rankings
Vanguard 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 Vanguard Charter Academy is 0.69, 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
#425 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
33%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Titans
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vanguard Charter Academy's ranking?
Vanguard Charter Academy is ranked #425 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Vanguard Charter Academy?
765 students attend Vanguard Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Vanguard Charter Academy students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vanguard Charter Academy?
Vanguard Charter Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Vanguard Charter Academy offer ?
Vanguard Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vanguard Charter Academy part of?
Vanguard Charter Academy is part of Vanguard Charter Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Vanguard Charter Academy located?
Vanguard Charter Academy is located in the Gezon Park neighborhood of Wyoming, MI.
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