Serving 562 students in grades Prekindergarten-9, Caniff Liberty 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 31% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Caniff Liberty Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Caniff Liberty Academy's student population of 562 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-9
Total Students
562 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Caniff Liberty Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Caniff Liberty 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
#1617 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%

Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
29%
4%

Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
9%
18%

White
59%
63%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
50%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
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 Caniff Liberty Academy's ranking?
Caniff Liberty Academy is ranked #1617 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Caniff Liberty Academy?
562 students attend Caniff Liberty Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Caniff Liberty Academy students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Caniff Liberty Academy?
Caniff Liberty Academy has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Caniff Liberty Academy offer ?
Caniff Liberty Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-9
What school district is Caniff Liberty Academy part of?
Caniff Liberty Academy is part of Caniff Liberty Academy School District.
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