Serving 773 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Chandler Woods Charter Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 773 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chandler Woods Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Chandler Woods Charter Academy's student population of 773 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
773 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chandler Woods Charter Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chandler Woods Charter Academy is 0.19, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#71 out of 3069 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
90%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chandler Woods Charter Academy's ranking?
Chandler Woods Charter Academy is ranked #71 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Chandler Woods Charter Academy?
773 students attend Chandler Woods Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Chandler Woods Charter Academy students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chandler Woods Charter Academy?
Chandler Woods Charter Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chandler Woods Charter Academy offer ?
Chandler Woods Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Chandler Woods Charter Academy part of?
Chandler Woods Charter Academy is part of Chandler Woods Charter Academy School District.
School Reviews
5 11/21/2020
I love this school! I am a student here and all the teachers are so nice! They all care so much about all the students! If you get a good grade or have good behavior you get rewarded. Every morning when I walk into homeroom I am greeted with smiles and a How are you? it really makes me feel special.
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