Serving 1,043 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Center Line Preparatory 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 8% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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-12
- Enrollment: 1,043 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Center Line Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Center Line Preparatory Academy's student population of 1,043 students has grown by 220% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 92% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,043 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
Center Line Preparatory Academy 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 Center Line Preparatory Academy is 0.31, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2744 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
82%
18%
White
4%
63%
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
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 Center Line Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Center Line Preparatory Academy is ranked #2744 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Center Line Preparatory Academy?
1,043 students attend Center Line Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Center Line Preparatory Academy students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Center Line Preparatory Academy?
Center Line Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Center Line Preparatory Academy offer ?
Center Line Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Center Line Preparatory Academy part of?
Center Line Preparatory Academy is part of Center Line Preparatory Academy School District.
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