Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary School

Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary School serves 451 students in grades Kindergarten-2. 
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 78%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 82%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 451 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 93%
  • : ≥95%
  • : 85-89%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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School Overview

Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary School's student population of 451 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
451 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
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School Rankings

The diversity score of Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
(09-10)
≥95%
78%
(09-10)
85-89%
82%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
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Hispanic
89%
9%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
4%
18%
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White
7%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Michigan.
0.20
This chart displays the diversity score of Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
49%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
4%
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 78% MI state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 82% MI state average).
How many students attend Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary School?
451 students attend Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary School?
Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary School offer ?
Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary School part of?
Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary School is part of Cesar Chavez Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary School located?
Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary School is located in the Springwells neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Springwells.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 451 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 93%
  • : ≥95%
  • : 85-89%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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