Serving 815 students in grades Kindergarten-8, South Canton Scholars Charter Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black 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: 815 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Canton Scholars Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
South Canton Scholars Charter Academy's student population of 815 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
815 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Canton Scholars Charter Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Canton Scholars Charter Academy is 0.75, 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
#442 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
26%
3%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
29%
18%
White
31%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Canton Scholars Charter Academy's ranking?
South Canton Scholars Charter Academy is ranked #442 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are South Canton Scholars Charter Academy often compared to?
South Canton Scholars Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Achieve Charter Academy, Canton Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend South Canton Scholars Charter Academy?
815 students attend South Canton Scholars Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of South Canton Scholars Charter Academy students are White, 29% of students are Black, 26% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Canton Scholars Charter Academy?
South Canton Scholars Charter Academy has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Canton Scholars Charter Academy offer ?
South Canton Scholars Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is South Canton Scholars Charter Academy part of?
South Canton Scholars Charter Academy is part of South Canton Scholars Charter Academy School District.
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