Serving 486 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Vanderbilt Charter Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), 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: 486 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vanderbilt Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Vanderbilt Charter Academy's student population of 486 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
486 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vanderbilt 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 Vanderbilt Charter Academy is 0.61, 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
#581 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
55%
9%
Black
7%
18%
White
29%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vanderbilt Charter Academy's ranking?
Vanderbilt Charter Academy is ranked #581 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Vanderbilt Charter Academy often compared to?
Vanderbilt Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Eagle Crest Charter Academy, Jefferson by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Vanderbilt Charter Academy?
486 students attend Vanderbilt Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Vanderbilt Charter Academy students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vanderbilt Charter Academy?
Vanderbilt Charter Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Vanderbilt Charter Academy offer ?
Vanderbilt Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Vanderbilt Charter Academy part of?
Vanderbilt Charter Academy is part of Vanderbilt Charter Academy School District.
School Reviews
2 2/28/2014
I appreciate the schools concern and attention to the security of staff and students. How ever as a grandmother, and one that is very involved with my family, I was offended by the way I was treated by office staff when I went in to give something to my granddaughter. I felt disrespected and unwelcomed. I always thought the school had and open door policy when it came to the people on the parents list of approved contacts. Hopefully this was just a misunderstanding and will not detour concerned family members from visiting their school.
5 9/26/2007
They Have an Awesome MS Science Teacher, Whooot Go ERL!!!!! XD And we do Great in Soccer WHOOT! 2006 NHA CHAMPS!! Go and look at our Shiney Trophys!!! we do alright Academics and have a good learning system, parents are involved alot...
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