Woodland Park Academy

Woodland Park Academy is the sole public charter school serving grades K-8 in the Grand Blanc, Michigan area, with a total enrollment of 270 students. While the school has a diverse student population, it is significantly underperforming academically compared to state averages, with low proficiency rates on standardized tests across all grade levels and subject areas. The school's high chronic absenteeism rate of 45.4% is a major contributing factor to its poor academic outcomes, and despite higher-than-average per-student spending, the school's resources do not appear to be effectively utilized to address the specific needs of its student population.

Woodland Park Academy's academic performance, as measured by M-Step and PSAT test scores, is consistently below the state averages, with only 14.6% of 4th-grade students scoring proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to the state average of 43.3%. The school's diverse student body, with 60.37% African American, 22.59% White, 3.33% Hispanic, and 0.74% Asian students, highlights the importance of ensuring equitable educational opportunities and support for all students, regardless of their racial or socioeconomic background.

Despite the higher-than-average per-student spending of $13,729, the school's relatively high student-teacher ratio of 11.2 suggests that resources may not be optimally allocated. Additionally, Woodland Park Academy is ranked in the bottom 10% of Michigan elementary schools, with a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger. This consistent underperformance over the years indicates a need for a comprehensive review of the school's curriculum, instructional practices, and overall educational approach to address the significant challenges it faces.