Serving 807 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Cross Creek Charter Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 807 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cross Creek Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Cross Creek Charter Academy's student population of 807 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
807 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1997
School Motto
Strong hearts and minds impact the world in amazing ways.
School Rankings
Cross Creek Charter Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cross Creek Charter Academy is 0.62, which is more 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
#136 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
4%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
9%
18%
White
59%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Cross Creek Charter Academy's ranking?
Cross Creek Charter Academy is ranked #136 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Cross Creek Charter Academy often compared to?
Cross Creek Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Countryside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Cross Creek Charter Academy?
807 students attend Cross Creek Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Cross Creek Charter Academy students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cross Creek Charter Academy?
Cross Creek Charter Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cross Creek Charter Academy offer ?
Cross Creek Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cross Creek Charter Academy part of?
Cross Creek Charter Academy is part of Cross Creek Charter Academy School District.
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