Serving 322 students in grades 2-5, Crescent Academy Elementary School 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 9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crescent Academy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Crescent Academy Elementary School's student population of 322 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
322 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Crescent Academy Elementary School 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 Crescent Academy Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#2728 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
98%
18%
White
n/a
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
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 Crescent Academy Elementary School's ranking?
Crescent Academy Elementary School is ranked #2728 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Crescent Academy Elementary School often compared to?
Crescent Academy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laurus Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Crescent Academy Elementary School?
322 students attend Crescent Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Crescent Academy Elementary School students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crescent Academy Elementary School?
Crescent Academy Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Crescent Academy Elementary School offer ?
Crescent Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Crescent Academy Elementary School part of?
Crescent Academy Elementary School is part of Crescent Academy School District.
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