Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary School serves 468 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 78%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 82%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Math Proficiency: ≥95%
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary School's student population of 468 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary School is 0.17, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)≥95%
78%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)85-89%
82%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
91%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
5%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 78% MI state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 82% MI state average).
How many students attend Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary School?
468 students attend Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary School?
Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary School offer ?
Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary School part of?
Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary School is part of Cesar Chavez Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary School located?
Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary School is located in the Springwells neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Springwells.
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