Quest Charter Academy

Quest Charter Academy is the sole elementary school serving grades K-8 in the Quest Charter Academy district located in Taylor, Michigan. With a diverse student population of 762 students, the school faces significant challenges in academic performance, with test scores consistently below state averages. Despite higher-than-average spending per student and a relatively low student-teacher ratio, the school grapples with a concerning chronic absenteeism rate of 37%, which may be contributing to its academic struggles.

Academically, Quest Charter Academy ranks 986 out of 1,486 Michigan elementary schools, a decline from its previous ranking of 843 out of 1,344. The school's performance on M-Step and PSAT tests lags behind state averages across various grade levels and subject areas, with only 25.6% of 3rd-graders proficient in English Language Arts compared to the state average of 39.6%. Additionally, the school serves a predominantly low-income population, with 83.73% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch.

While Quest Charter Academy boasts a diverse student body, the school's academic performance and student engagement challenges suggest the need for targeted interventions and support to improve educational outcomes. Addressing chronic absenteeism, enhancing academic support, and exploring ways to better serve the school's economically disadvantaged population could be key focus areas for the Quest Charter Academy district to consider.