Serving 276 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Will Carleton Charter School Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Will Carleton Charter School Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Will Carleton Charter School Academy's student population of 276 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
276 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1998
School Rankings
Will Carleton Charter School Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Will Carleton Charter School Academy is 0.17, 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
#1390 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
91%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Will Carleton Charter School Academy's ranking?
Will Carleton Charter School Academy is ranked #1390 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Will Carleton Charter School Academy often compared to?
Will Carleton Charter School Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Davis Middle School, Williams Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Will Carleton Charter School Academy?
The graduation rate of Will Carleton Charter School Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Will Carleton Charter School Academy?
276 students attend Will Carleton Charter School Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Will Carleton Charter School Academy students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Will Carleton Charter School Academy?
Will Carleton Charter School Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Will Carleton Charter School Academy offer ?
Will Carleton Charter School Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Will Carleton Charter School Academy part of?
Will Carleton Charter School Academy is part of Will Carleton Charter School Academy School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Hi this is Cassie Rigney and i am i former student of WCA/Will Carleton Academy i loved this shool beacuse of the education and academic programs that they have. I would recomend Will Carleton Academy for anyone who wants a great education!!
5 10/10/2025
Hi i am currently a seventh grade student at WCA .I have attended this school since first grade and since then I have had a lot of REALLY good experiences but also a few bad ones.Will Carleton has great education, staff ,and discipline.That being said I know someone who has been bullied outside the school in which they said that there was nothing they could do.After this I was a little upset for the lack of attempt to stop the cyber bullying.There are also a lot of inside groups from churches,other schools,ect. in which it makes it a bit hard to fit in and make friends.I have a love for this school and its teachers who always make you feel welcome but i am currently contemplating leaving the school.The reason is because although great education and teacher's the school does not have certain curriculars that i strongly want(health class,choir,spanish,ect.)and the ones we do have are not very good.We only get art one time a week and we don't have the best sport programs either.I am unsure whether or not to recommend this or not.
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