North Central Academy Campus

Summary:

North Central Academy Campus is an alternative public charter school located in Mancelona, Michigan, serving 165 students in grades K-12 with a predominantly white student population.

North Central Academy Campus faces significant challenges compared to nearby schools. The school has seen wide fluctuations in its graduation rates, ranging from a low of 50.0% to a high of 88.8% over the past few years. Similarly, the school has experienced high dropout rates, ranging from 0.0% to 50.0%, which is notably higher than the surrounding schools. North Central Academy Campus also has consistently high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 39.0% to 62.5%, significantly higher than the nearby Ellsworth Community School, Central Lake Public Schools, and other local schools. Academically, the school underperforms the state and nearby schools on M-Step assessments in English Language Arts and Math.

These challenges may be linked to the school's high percentage of low-income students, with 81.17% to 86.06% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch over the past three years. While North Central Academy Campus has seen an increase in per-student spending, from $8,133 in 2020-2021 to $10,544 in 2022-2023, this spending level is still lower than some of the nearby schools, such as Ellsworth Community School and Central Lake Public Schools, which spend over $16,000 and $19,000 per student, respectively. These factors may contribute to the unique challenges faced by North Central Academy Campus in supporting its student population and improving academic outcomes.

Detail:

Public, Charter, Alternative K-12

5055 Corey Rd
Mancelona, MI 49659-9467

(231) 584-2080

District: Bay City Academy

SchoolDigger Rank:
1165^th of 1,486 Michigan Alternative Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $10,544

Student/teacher ratio: 13.6

Number of students: 165

Racial breakdown:

White:

94.5%

Two or more races:

3.6%

African American:

1.2%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 86.1%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details North Central Academy Campus ranks worse than 78.4% of elementary schools in Michigan. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 19.53. (See more...)

Compare Details North Central Academy Campus is not ranked due for the most recent year due to insufficient test score data. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2016 the calculated Average Standard Score was 68.97. (See more...)

Compare Details North Central Academy Campus ranks better than 56.1% of high schools in Michigan. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 52.09. (See more...)

The four-year cohort graduation rate measures the percentage of students at North Central Academy Campus who earn a standard high school diploma within four years of starting ninth grade.

The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.

Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (94.5%), two or more races (3.6%), African American (1.2%). (See more...)

Compare Details 86.1% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at North Central Academy Campus is 13.6. (See more...)

Compare North Central Academy Campus employs 12.1 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at North Central Academy Campus is $10,544.

Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

North Central Academy Campus:

SchoolDigger ranks North Central Academy Campus 1165^th of 1486 Michigan public elementary schools. (See North Central Academy Campus in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:

White students:

SchoolDigger ranks North Central Academy Campus 326^th of 743 Michigan public high schools. (See North Central Academy Campus in the ranking list.)

High School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:

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Rank History for North Central Academy Campus

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Rank History for all elementary school students at North Central Academy Campus

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	MI State Percentile
2015	34.20	1095^th	1580	30.7%
2016	49.86	796^th	1548	48.6%
2017	15.56	1234^th	1466	15.8%
2018	13.91	1296^th	1448	10.5%
2024	19.53	1165^th	1486	21.6%

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Rank History for elementary school Low Socio Economic Status students at North Central Academy Campus

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	MI State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2018	12.67	1293^rd	1397	7.4%

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Rank History for elementary school Female students at North Central Academy Campus

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	MI State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2018	12.20	1299^th	1443	10.0%

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Rank History for elementary school White students at North Central Academy Campus

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	MI State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2018	3.62	1240^th	1253	1.0%
2024	9.79	1135^th	1204	5.7%

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Data source: test scores: Michigan Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Rank History for North Central Academy Campus

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Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	MI State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2015	49.48	468^th	919	49.1%
2016	68.97	235^th	894	73.7%

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Data source: test scores: Michigan Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

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Rank History for all high school students at North Central Academy Campus

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	MI State Percentile
2016	42.83	464^th	852	45.5%
2017	17.94	600^th	835	28.1%
2024	52.09	326^th	743	56.1%

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Rank History for high school White students at North Central Academy Campus

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	MI State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2024	39.91	381^st	638	40.3%

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Data source: test scores: Michigan Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: Michigan Department of Education

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Enrollment information for North Central Academy Campus

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	Two or More Races	Total
2013	142	1	0	0	5	148
2014	141	0	0	0	6	147
2015	161	0	0	0	8	169
2016	182	0	0	1	8	191
2017	128	1	0	2	8	139
2018	115	2	0	2	6	125
2019	119	0	0	3	4	126
2020	111	0	0	1	5	117
2021	138	0	0	1	3	142
2022	147	2	1	0	4	154
2023	156	2	0	1	6	165

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at North Central Academy Campus

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2013	148	14.3	10.3	73
2014	147	9.7	15.0	64.6
2015	169	10.0	16.9	63.3
2016	191	12.0	15.9	63.4
2017	139	12.0	11.5	68.3
2018	125	8.9	14.0	72.8
2019	126	9.0	14.0	65.1
2020	117	9.9	11.8	76.1
2021	142	9.0	15.7	81.7
2022	154	8.4	18.3	81.2
2023	165	12.1	13.6	86.1

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio North Central Academy Campus

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2013	148	14.3	10.3	73
2014	147	9.7	15.0	64.6
2015	169	10.0	16.9	63.3
2016	191	12.0	15.9	63.4
2017	139	12.0	11.5	68.3
2018	125	8.9	14.0	72.8
2019	126	9.0	14.0	65.1
2020	117	9.9	11.8	76.1
2021	142	9.0	15.7	81.7
2022	154	8.4	18.3	81.2
2023	165	12.1	13.6	86.1

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for North Central Academy Campus

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019	$848 (10.9%)	$6,966 (89.1%)	$7,814
2020	$942 (10.9%)	$7,696 (89.1%)	$8,638
2021	$1,146 (14.1%)	$6,987 (85.9%)	$8,133
2022	$920 (9.4%)	$8,866 (90.6%)	$9,785
2023	$2,818 (26.7%)	$7,726 (73.3%)	$10,544

Data source: Michigan Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on North Central Academy Campus

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Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	126	165	31%
African American	0	2
American Indian	0	0
Asian	0	0
Hispanic	3	1	66.7%
Pacific Islander	0	0
White	119	156	31.1%
Two or More Races	4	6	50%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	65.1%	86.1%	21%

Schools Near North Central Academy Campus

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking ()				Ranking ()				PSAT English Language Arts (2024)	PSAT Mathematics (2024)	SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (2024)	M-Step English Language Arts (2024)					M-Step Math (2024)					M-Step Science (2024)			M-Step Social Studies (2024)		Per Pupil Expenditures (2023)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score ()	Statewide Rank ()	State Percentile ()	SchoolDigger Rating ()	Average Standard Score ()	Statewide Rank ()	State Percentile ()	Rank Change from Previous Year	PSAT English Language Arts 8th Grade	PSAT Mathematics 8th Grade	SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing 11th Grade	M-Step English Language Arts 3rd Grade	M-Step English Language Arts 4th Grade	M-Step English Language Arts 5th Grade	M-Step English Language Arts 6th Grade	M-Step English Language Arts 7th Grade	M-Step Math 3rd Grade	M-Step Math 4th Grade	M-Step Math 5th Grade	M-Step Math 6th Grade	M-Step Math 7th Grade	M-Step Science 5th Grade	M-Step Science 8th Grade	M-Step Science 11th Grade	M-Step Social Studies 8th Grade	M-Step Social Studies 11th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
North Central Academy Campus	Public, Charter, Alternative	K-12	5055 Corey Rd	Mancelona	49659	Antrim County	Bay City Academy	Yes	No	No	Yes	(231) 584-2080	165	12	13.6	86.1%	156 (94.5%)	2 (1.2%)	1 (0.6%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	6 (3.6%)								(n/a)				18.8	26.7					26.7						46.7		26.7	$10,544	$2,818	$7,726
Alba School	Public, Alternative	PK, KG-12	5935 Elm St	Alba	49611	Antrim County	Alba Public Schools	No	No	No	Yes	(231) 584-2000	96	7	13.3	83.3%	91 (94.8%)	1 (1.0%)	3 (3.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (1.0%)								(n/a)									36.4						50.0				$15,639	$3,259	$12,381
Boyne Falls Public School	Public, Magnet, Alternative	PK, KG-12	1662 M75 S	Boyne Falls	49713	Charlevoix County	Boyne Falls Public School District	No	Yes	No	Yes	(231) 549-2211	193	16	11.8	66.3%	169 (87.6%)	3 (1.6%)	3 (1.6%)	1 (0.5%)	4 (2.1%)	0 (0.0%)	13 (6.7%)								(n/a)	54.6			65.4	52.6	23.1	20.0	21.4	53.8	57.9	26.9	20.0	21.4	23.1	63.6	50.0		40.0	$20,453	$3,218	$17,235
Central Lake Public Schools	Public, Alternative	PK, KG-12	8169 W State St	Central Lake	49622	Antrim County	Central Lake Public Schools	No	No	No	Yes	(231) 544-3341	247	23	10.5	76.5%	231 (93.5%)	1 (0.4%)	7 (2.8%)	1 (0.4%)	2 (0.8%)	0 (0.0%)	5 (2.0%)								(n/a)	60.9	30.4	23.5	36.8	23.5	25.0	52.6		42.1	17.7	33.3	33.3	25.0	36.4	43.5	17.7	26.1	29.4	$19,685	$2,422	$17,263
Concord Academy Boyne	Public, Charter, Alternative	K-12	401 E Dietz Rd	Boyne City	49712	Charlevoix County	Concord Academy - Boyne	Yes	No	No	Yes	(231) 582-0194	89	11	8.1	58.4%	82 (92.1%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (2.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	5 (5.6%)								(n/a)					50.0		27.3			30.0									$12,442	$2,603	$9,839
Ellsworth Community School	Public, Alternative	PK, KG-12	9467 Park St	Ellsworth	49729	Antrim County	Ellsworth Community School	No	No	No	Yes	(231) 588-2544	238	15	15.8	54.6%	207 (87.0%)	8 (3.4%)	10 (4.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	13 (5.5%)								(n/a)	40.0	20.0	50.0	58.3	38.5	27.3	25.0	42.9	50.0	53.9	45.5		57.1	36.4	26.7	38.9		50.0	$16,007	$1,462	$14,545

Frequently Asked Questions about North Central Academy Campus

How many students attend North Central Academy Campus?

In the 2022-23 school year, 165 students attended North Central Academy Campus.

What is the racial makeup of North Central Academy Campus?

Students at North Central Academy Campus are 95% White, 4% Two or more races, 1% African American.

What district is North Central Academy Campus in?

Bay City Academy

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North Central Academy Campus ranks in the bottom 21.6% of Michigan alternative schools.

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