Vanguard Charter Academy

Serving 791 students in grades Kindergarten-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 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 791 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 55%
  • : Top 20% in MI
  • : 60% (Top 10%)
  • : 59% (Top 30%)
  • : 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:

School Overview

Vanguard Charter Academy's student population of 791 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
791 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1996
School Calendar
School Mascot
Titans

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 0.68, 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.
This School
State Level (MI)
#425 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
60%
35%
59%
45%
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
32%
9%
Black
10%
18%
White
45%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.68
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Titans
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

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?
791 students attend Vanguard Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Vanguard Charter Academy students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vanguard Charter Academy?
Vanguard Charter Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Vanguard Charter Academy offer ?
Vanguard Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-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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Quick Facts (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 791 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 55%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 60% (Top 10%)
  • : 59% (Top 30%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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