Serving 695 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Taylor Exemplar 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 44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% 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: 695 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Taylor Exemplar Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Taylor Exemplar Academy's student population of 695 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
695 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Taylor Exemplar 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 Taylor Exemplar 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
#1667 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
52%
18%
White
24%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
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 Taylor Exemplar Academy's ranking?
Taylor Exemplar Academy is ranked #1667 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Taylor Exemplar Academy often compared to?
Taylor Exemplar Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Quest Charter Academy 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 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Taylor Exemplar Academy?
695 students attend Taylor Exemplar Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Taylor Exemplar Academy students are Black, 24% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Taylor Exemplar Academy?
Taylor Exemplar Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Taylor Exemplar Academy offer ?
Taylor Exemplar Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Taylor Exemplar Academy part of?
Taylor Exemplar Academy is part of Taylor Exemplar Academy School District.
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