Serving 797 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Vanguard 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 56% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher 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 53% 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: 797 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vanguard Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Vanguard Charter Academy's student population of 797 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
797 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vanguard 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 Vanguard Charter 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
#463 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
32%
9%
Black
10%
18%
White
47%
64%
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
50%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vanguard Charter Academy's ranking?
Vanguard Charter Academy is ranked #463 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Vanguard Charter Academy?
797 students attend Vanguard Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Vanguard Charter Academy students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vanguard Charter Academy?
Vanguard Charter Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Vanguard Charter Academy offer ?
Vanguard Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Vanguard Charter Academy part of?
Vanguard Charter Academy is part of Vanguard Charter Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Vanguard Charter Academy located?
Vanguard Charter Academy is located in the Gezon Park neighborhood of Wyoming, MI.
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