Gerald Dawkins Academy serves 152 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 152 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gerald Dawkins Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Gerald Dawkins Academy's student population of 152 students has grown by 130% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 85% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
152 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gerald Dawkins Academy is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
89%
18%
White
1%
63%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Gerald Dawkins Academy?
152 students attend Gerald Dawkins Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Gerald Dawkins Academy students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gerald Dawkins Academy?
Gerald Dawkins Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Gerald Dawkins Academy offer ?
Gerald Dawkins Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Gerald Dawkins Academy part of?
Gerald Dawkins Academy is part of Gerald Dawkins Academy School District.
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