Serving 650 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Flint Cultural Center 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 11% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% 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: 650 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Flint Cultural Center Academy's student population of 650 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
650 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Flint Cultural Center 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 Flint Cultural Center Academy is 0.46, 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
#2501 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
72%
18%
White
13%
63%
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
45%
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 Flint Cultural Center Academy's ranking?
Flint Cultural Center Academy is ranked #2501 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?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Flint Cultural Center Academy?
650 students attend Flint Cultural Center Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Flint Cultural Center Academy students are Black, 13% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Flint Cultural Center Academy?
Flint Cultural Center Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Flint Cultural Center Academy offer ?
Flint Cultural Center Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Flint Cultural Center Academy part of?
Flint Cultural Center Academy is part of Flint Cultural Center Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Flint Cultural Center Academy located?
Flint Cultural Center Academy is located in the East Village neighborhood of Flint, MI. There are 5 other public schools located in East Village.
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