Serving 780 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Cross Creek Charter Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 780 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cross Creek 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
Diversity
School Overview
Cross Creek Charter Academy's student population of 780 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
780 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cross Creek Charter Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cross Creek 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
#157 out of 3069 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
7%
18%
White
61%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cross Creek Charter Academy's ranking?
Cross Creek Charter Academy is ranked #157 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Cross Creek Charter Academy often compared to?
Cross Creek Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Countryside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Cross Creek Charter Academy?
780 students attend Cross Creek Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Cross Creek Charter Academy students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cross Creek Charter Academy?
Cross Creek Charter Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cross Creek Charter Academy offer ?
Cross Creek Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Cross Creek Charter Academy part of?
Cross Creek Charter Academy is part of Cross Creek Charter Academy School District.
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