Serving 369 students in grades Kindergarten-8, New Branches 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower 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 91% of the student body (majority Black), 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: 369 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Branches Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
New Branches Charter Academy's student population of 369 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
369 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Branches 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 New Branches Charter Academy is 0.66, 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
#2105 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
25%
9%
Black
51%
18%
White
9%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
73%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Branches Charter Academy's ranking?
New Branches Charter Academy is ranked #2105 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend New Branches Charter Academy?
369 students attend New Branches Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of New Branches Charter Academy students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Branches Charter Academy?
New Branches Charter Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does New Branches Charter Academy offer ?
New Branches Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is New Branches Charter Academy part of?
New Branches Charter Academy is part of New Branches Charter Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is New Branches Charter Academy located?
New Branches Charter Academy is located in the West Millbrook neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in West Millbrook.
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