Serving 711 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Walker 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 53% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 711 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walker Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Walker Charter Academy's student population of 711 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 Kindergarten-8
Total Students
711 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walker Charter Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walker Charter Academy is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#414 out of 2925 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
20%
9%
Black
7%
18%
White
60%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walker Charter Academy's ranking?
Walker Charter Academy is ranked #414 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Walker Charter Academy often compared to?
Walker Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like West Mi Of Environmental Science by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Walker Charter Academy?
711 students attend Walker Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Walker Charter Academy students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walker Charter Academy?
Walker Charter Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Walker Charter Academy offer ?
Walker Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Walker Charter Academy part of?
Walker Charter Academy is part of Walker Charter Academy School District.
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