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Serving 292 students in grades Kindergarten-6, William C Abney Academy Elementary School 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 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William C Abney Academy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
William C Abney Academy Elementary School's student population of 292 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
292 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1998
School Rankings
William C Abney Academy Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William C Abney 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2878 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
91%
18%
White
1%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
5%
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 William C Abney Academy Elementary School's ranking?
William C Abney Academy Elementary School is ranked #2878 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are William C Abney Academy Elementary School often compared to?
William C Abney Academy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Martin Luther King Leadership Academy, Kenosha Park Elementary School 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 35% MI state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend William C Abney Academy Elementary School?
292 students attend William C Abney Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of William C Abney Academy Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William C Abney Academy Elementary School?
William C Abney Academy Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does William C Abney Academy Elementary School offer ?
William C Abney Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is William C Abney Academy Elementary School part of?
William C Abney Academy Elementary School is part of William C. Abney Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is William C Abney Academy Elementary School located?
William C Abney Academy Elementary School is located in the Fulton Heights neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Fulton Heights.
School Reviews
5 5/12/2016
Went There In 4th , 5th , & Half Of 6th '? . Coming Back For 7th . I Wouldn't Say Its A Good School , Because The Right Way To Say It Is " WONDERFUL !! " Teachers Care About Our Education && Our Future . A Lot Of Kids Get On The Honer Roll . It's A Elementary && A Middle School . . .
Grades K - 8th . Love The School , Wish There Was A High School '? . I Recommend This School For Your Kid(s) .
" Where Learning Takes Place . "
5 2/10/2014
Yesterday I watched my daughter visit and play basketball against WC Abney at the 7th grade level. We lost the game, but I was very impressed by the character and sportsmanship displayed their by the teachers and basketball staff leading the girls
at WC Abney. They played with great passion and vigor and in a spirit of fairplay.
WOW! I am very impressed! Way to go!
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