South Pointe Scholars Charter Academy

10550 Geddes Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 636 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, South Pointe Scholars 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 31% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (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 77% 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: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 636 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 77%
  • : Bottom 50% in MI
  • : 31% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

South Pointe Scholars Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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Attribute

School Overview

South Pointe Scholars Charter Academy's student population of 636 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
636 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

South Pointe Scholars 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 South Pointe Scholars Charter Academy is 0.70, 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.
This School
State Level (MI)
#1754 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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31%
34%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of South Pointe Scholars Charter Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
40%
45%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of South Pointe Scholars Charter Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
40-44%
38%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of South Pointe Scholars Charter Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
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Hispanic
13%
9%
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Black
47%
18%
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White
23%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.70
This chart displays the diversity score of South Pointe Scholars Charter Academy and the public school average diversity score of Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
49%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in South Pointe Scholars Charter Academy and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in South Pointe Scholars Charter Academy and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is South Pointe Scholars Charter Academy's ranking?
South Pointe Scholars Charter Academy is ranked #1754 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are South Pointe Scholars Charter Academy often compared to?
South Pointe Scholars Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like South Arbor Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend South Pointe Scholars Charter Academy?
636 students attend South Pointe Scholars Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of South Pointe Scholars Charter Academy students are Black, 23% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Pointe Scholars Charter Academy?
South Pointe Scholars Charter Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Pointe Scholars Charter Academy offer ?
South Pointe Scholars Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is South Pointe Scholars Charter Academy part of?
South Pointe Scholars Charter Academy is part of South Pointe Scholars Charter Academy School District.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 636 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 77%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 31% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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