Serving 759 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Canton Charter Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 759 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canton Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Canton Charter Academy's student population of 759 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
759 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
2000
Campus Size
30 acres
Average Class Size
28 students
School Rankings
Canton Charter Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canton Charter Academy is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#176 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
41%
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
23%
18%
White
19%
63%
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
34%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canton Charter Academy's ranking?
Canton Charter Academy is ranked #176 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Canton Charter Academy often compared to?
Canton Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Achieve Charter Academy, South Canton Scholars Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Canton Charter Academy?
759 students attend Canton Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Canton Charter Academy students are Asian, 23% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canton Charter Academy?
Canton Charter Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Canton Charter Academy offer ?
Canton Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Canton Charter Academy part of?
Canton Charter Academy is part of Canton Charter Academy School District.
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