Knapp Charter Academy

1759 Leffingwell Ave Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 430 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Knapp Charter 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 25% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), 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: 430 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 73%
  • : Bottom 50% in MI
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Knapp Charter Academy's student population of 430 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
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Total Students
430 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
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Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
5 acres
School Motto
Strong hearts and minds impact the world in amazing ways.

School Rankings

Knapp Charter 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 Knapp Charter Academy is 0.75, 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.
This School
State Level (MI)
#1916 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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25%
35%
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40%
45%
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25-29%
38%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
1%
4%
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Hispanic
18%
9%
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Black
35%
18%
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White
27%
63%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.75
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
50%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Knapp Charter Academy's ranking?
Knapp Charter Academy is ranked #1916 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Knapp Charter Academy often compared to?
Knapp Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Highlands School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Knapp Charter Academy?
430 students attend Knapp Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Knapp Charter Academy students are Black, 27% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Knapp Charter Academy?
Knapp Charter Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Knapp Charter Academy offer ?
Knapp Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Knapp Charter Academy part of?
Knapp Charter Academy is part of Knapp Charter Academy School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 430 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 73%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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