Serving 148 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cole Academy East ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 148 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cole Academy East ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Cole Academy East's student population of 148 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
148 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Cole Academy East ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cole Academy East is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1551 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
29%
9%
Black
26%
18%
White
30%
63%
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cole Academy East's ranking?
Cole Academy East is ranked #1551 out of 3,025 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Cole Academy East?
148 students attend Cole Academy East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Cole Academy East students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cole Academy East?
Cole Academy East has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Cole Academy East offer ?
Cole Academy East offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Cole Academy East part of?
Cole Academy East is part of Cole Academy School District.
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