Serving 711 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Walker Charter Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher 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 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), 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: 711 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walker 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
Diversity
School Overview
Walker Charter Academy's student population of 711 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
711 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1997
School Motto
Empowering Students to Reach Their Full Potential
School Rankings
Walker Charter Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walker Charter Academy is 0.70, 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
#346 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
24%
9%
Black
8%
18%
White
47%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walker Charter Academy's ranking?
Walker Charter Academy is ranked #346 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Walker Charter Academy often compared to?
Walker Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like West Mi Academy Of Environmental Science by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Walker Charter Academy?
711 students attend Walker Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Walker Charter Academy students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walker Charter Academy?
Walker Charter Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Walker Charter Academy offer ?
Walker Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walker Charter Academy part of?
Walker Charter Academy is part of Walker Charter Academy School District.
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