Serving 579 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Reach 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 17% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 579 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Reach Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Reach Charter Academy's student population of 579 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
579 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Reach 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 Reach Charter Academy is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2336 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
86%
18%
White
2%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reach Charter Academy's ranking?
Reach Charter Academy is ranked #2336 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Reach Charter Academy?
579 students attend Reach Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Reach Charter Academy students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Reach Charter Academy?
Reach Charter Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Reach Charter Academy offer ?
Reach Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Reach Charter Academy part of?
Reach Charter Academy is part of REACH Charter Academy School District.
School Reviews
5 6/1/2012
Their only strive is to give their students a great education and their grades go kg-8 NOT kg-6!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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