Serving 559 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Metro Charter 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 27% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 559 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Metro Charter Academy's student population of 559 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
559 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Metro Charter 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 Metro Charter Academy is 0.30, 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
#1833 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
83%
18%
White
3%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Metro Charter Academy's ranking?
Metro Charter Academy is ranked #1833 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Metro Charter Academy often compared to?
Metro Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Wildwood Elementary School, Bentley Elementary School, Wick Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Metro Charter Academy?
559 students attend Metro Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Metro Charter Academy students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Metro Charter Academy?
Metro Charter Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Metro Charter Academy offer ?
Metro Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Metro Charter Academy part of?
Metro Charter Academy is part of Metro Charter Academy School District.
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