Serving 649 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Flagship 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 10% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 649 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Flagship Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Flagship Charter Academy's student population of 649 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
649 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Flagship Charter Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Flagship Charter Academy is 0.18, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2706 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
90%
18%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Flagship Charter Academy's ranking?
Flagship Charter Academy is ranked #2706 out of 3,069 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?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Flagship Charter Academy?
649 students attend Flagship Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Flagship Charter Academy students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Flagship Charter Academy?
Flagship Charter Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Flagship Charter Academy offer ?
Flagship Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Flagship Charter Academy part of?
Flagship Charter Academy is part of Flagship Charter Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Flagship Charter Academy located?
Flagship Charter Academy is located in the Davison Schoolcraft neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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