Serving 660 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Taylor Exemplar 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 44% (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 77% 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-8
- Enrollment: 660 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Taylor Exemplar Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Taylor Exemplar Academy's student population of 660 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
660 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
2006
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Strong hearts and minds impact the world in amazing ways.
School Rankings
Taylor Exemplar 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 Taylor Exemplar Academy is 0.66, which is more 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
#1796 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
51%
18%
White
23%
63%
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taylor Exemplar Academy's ranking?
Taylor Exemplar Academy is ranked #1796 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Taylor Exemplar Academy often compared to?
Taylor Exemplar Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Quest Charter Academy 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 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Taylor Exemplar Academy?
660 students attend Taylor Exemplar Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Taylor Exemplar Academy students are Black, 23% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Taylor Exemplar Academy?
Taylor Exemplar Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Taylor Exemplar Academy offer ?
Taylor Exemplar Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Taylor Exemplar Academy part of?
Taylor Exemplar Academy is part of Taylor Exemplar Academy School District.
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