Needs Improvement
#3173 of 3,192 schools in MI
Benton Harbor Charter School Academy
School · Benton Harbor Charter School Academy
455 RIVERVIEW DR, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Enrollment
455
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
2.4
Grades
Pre-K – 9th
Enrollment
455
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
2.4
Grades
Pre-K – 9th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#3,173 of 3,192
In Benton Harbor
#11 of 12
public schools
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Benton Harbor Charter School Academy
School in Benton Harbor · grades Pre-K – 9th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Benton Harbor Charter School Academy
Benton Harbor Charter School Academy is a public school in Benton Harbor, MI, part of Benton Harbor Charter School Academy. Benton Harbor Charter School Academy serves approximately 455 students, and covers grades Pre-K-9th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Benton Harbor Charter School Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,173 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Benton Harbor Charter School Academy show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.4 · Needs Improvement
- MI avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Benton Harbor Charter School Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
71% of students at Benton Harbor Charter School Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Benton Harbor Charter School Academy — Students at Benton Harbor Charter School Academy score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 40 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.1/10.
How Benton Harbor Charter School Academy Compares
See how Benton Harbor Charter School Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
455 RIVERVIEW DR, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Benton Harbor Charter School Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Career and Alternative Pathways to Education Center (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lighthouse Education Center (rated 6.0/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Saint Joseph), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Benton Harbor, see our Benton Harbor schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy Benton Harbor | 0.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Bridge Academy of Southwest Michigan Benton Harbor | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Benton Harbor High School Benton Harbor | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| RIVER OF LIFE SCHOOL Benton Harbor | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| LAKE MICHIGAN CATHOLIC MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL Saint Joseph | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Career and Alternative Pathways to Education Center Benton Harbor | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saint Joseph | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Martin Luther King Jr Elementary Benton Harbor | 1.1 mi | 2.5 |
| Discovery Enrichment Center Benton Harbor | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Lincoln School Saint Joseph | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Fair Plain Middle School Benton Harbor | 1.7 mi | 2.3 |
| Fair Plain East Elementary Benton Harbor | 2.3 mi | 5.1 |
| St Joseph High School Saint Joseph | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| BROOKVIEW MONTESSORI SCHOOL Benton Harbor | 3.0 mi | 8.8 |
| LAKE MICHIGAN CATH. ELEM. SCHOOL Saint Joseph | 3.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Brown School Saint Joseph | 3.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Upton Middle School Saint Joseph | 4.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Lighthouse Education Center Saint Joseph | 4.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Clarke School Saint Joseph | 4.6 mi | 5.5 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saint Joseph | 4.7 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49022 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,859
Median Home Value
$140,500
Median Rent
$797/mo
Population
29,796
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
58.4%
Avg Commute
18.7 min
Poverty Rate
31.7%
Median Age
37.9
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| Capital Area K12 Online Lansing, MI | 3.0 |
| Dearborn Public Schools Virtual K12 Dearborn, MI | 3.2 |
| Multicultural Academy Ann Arbor, MI | 3.5 |
| The School at Marygrove Detroit, MI | 3.6 |
| University Yes Academy Detroit, MI | 3.6 |
| Cornerstone JeffersonDouglass Academy Detroit, MI | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Benton Harbor Charter School Academy
What grades does Benton Harbor Charter School Academy serve?
Benton Harbor Charter School Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 9th.
How many students attend Benton Harbor Charter School Academy?
Benton Harbor Charter School Academy has an enrollment of approximately 455 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Benton Harbor Charter School Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Benton Harbor Charter School Academy is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Benton Harbor Charter School Academy rank in MI?
Benton Harbor Charter School Academy ranks #3,173 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Benton Harbor Charter School Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Benton Harbor Charter School Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Benton Harbor Charter School Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Benton Harbor Charter School Academy has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Benton Harbor Charter School Academy a charter school?
Yes, Benton Harbor Charter School Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Benton Harbor Charter School Academy a Title I school?
No, Benton Harbor Charter School Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Benton Harbor Charter School Academy?
89.2% of students at Benton Harbor Charter School Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 9th
- Enrollment
- 455
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Berrien County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 71.4%
- Phone
- (269) 925-3807
Resources & Links
District
Benton Harbor Charter School Academy- District Enrollment
- 455
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,357
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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