Serving 809 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Walton 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 21% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 95% 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: 809 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walton Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Walton Charter Academy's student population of 809 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
809 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walton 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 Walton Charter Academy is 0.59, 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
#2202 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
56%
9%
Black
31%
18%
White
5%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walton Charter Academy's ranking?
Walton Charter Academy is ranked #2202 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Walton Charter Academy?
809 students attend Walton Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Walton Charter Academy students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walton Charter Academy?
Walton Charter Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Walton Charter Academy offer ?
Walton Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Walton Charter Academy part of?
Walton Charter Academy is part of Walton Charter Academy School District.
School Reviews
2 3/9/2007
The quality of education at Walton Charter Academy in Pontiac is a disgrace. My children attended Pontiac
Public Schools prior to enrolling with Walton Academy.
Their test scores on the standardized testing has decreased drastically over the past 2 years. There's
no extracurricular activities to keep the students busy
and interested enough to look forward to coming to school sports, i.e. I've found that the students are not
top priority for the principal or teachers. My 6th grader has had a total of 7 new teachers since 5th grade. I've also found that those in authority
have no problem solving skills. They would rather suspend and expell students instead of finding resolution to problems. How can our students learn if their not in school? The principal does not find a problem with the big turnover in faculty (teachers).
I feel as though my children are not getting the quality
education they deserve and are entitled to. All the things affect academic progress, moral, and behavior.
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