Serving 796 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Voyageur 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 5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (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.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 796 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Voyageur Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Voyageur Academy's student population of 796 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
796 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Voyageur 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 Voyageur Academy is 0.37, 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
#2893 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
19%
9%
Black
77%
18%
White
2%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 is Voyageur Academy's ranking?
Voyageur Academy is ranked #2893 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Voyageur Academy often compared to?
Voyageur Academyis often viewed alongside schools like West Village Academy, Weston Preparatory Academy, Trix Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Voyageur Academy?
796 students attend Voyageur Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Voyageur Academy students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Voyageur Academy?
Voyageur Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Voyageur Academy offer ?
Voyageur Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Voyageur Academy part of?
Voyageur Academy is part of Voyageur Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Voyageur Academy located?
Voyageur Academy is located in the Chadsey Condon neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 5 other public schools located in Chadsey Condon.
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