Walter French Academy serves 415 students in grades Prekindergarten-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 was higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 64% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
415 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
52%
18%
White
36%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Walter French Academy School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Walter French Academy?
415 students attend Walter French Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Walter French Academy students are Black, 36% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walter French Academy?
Walter French Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Walter French Academy offer ?
Walter French Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Walter French Academy part of?
Walter French Academy is part of Walter French Academy School District.
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