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#1240 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 39% in state

Chandler Park Academy High School

High School · Chandler Park Academy

20254 Kelly Road, Harper Woods, MI 48225

Charter

Enrollment

703

Student-Teacher

19.5:1

Score

6.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,240 of 3,192

In Harper Woods

#1 of 10

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Chandler Park Academy

Academic growth

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Chandler Park Academy High School

6.7/10

High School in Harper Woods · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Chandler Park Academy Middle School

3.4/10

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3.3/10

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About Chandler Park Academy High School

Chandler Park Academy High School is a public high school in Harper Woods, MI, part of Chandler Park Academy. Chandler Park Academy High School serves approximately 703 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Chandler Park Academy High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,240 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Chandler Park Academy High School show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it comparesOn par with MI schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • MI avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Chandler Park Academy High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Chandler Park Academy High School 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.4Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendStable
Academics3.4Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency10% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)16% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile15th
College Readiness9.0Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate82%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.2Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,897
Chronic Absenteeism29.7%

Chandler Park Academy High School — Students at Chandler Park Academy High School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 16%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

94%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 7.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 26.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
2.5%
ELA
32%
2010
Math
2.5%
ELA
27%
2011
Math
2.5%
ELA
27%
2012
Math
7.5%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
2.5%
ELA
22%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
7.5%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%

* 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: 9.4/10.

How Chandler Park Academy High School Compares

See how Chandler Park Academy High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
61th percentile in MI
Academic
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.4/10
Excellent
Environment
4.2/10
Below Average
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
94%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.7%

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses3 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

20254 Kelly Road, Harper Woods, MI 48225

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Chandler Park Academy High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Eastpointe Virtual Academy (rated 7.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Eastpointe), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Denby High School (rated 7.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Detroit), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Harper Academy (rated 6.1/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Harper Woods, see our Harper Woods schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Chandler Park Academy Middle School Harper Woods 0.1 mi 3.4
Chandler Park Academy Elementary Harper Woods 0.1 mi 3.3
Harper Woods Virtual Academy Harper Woods 0.4 mi 5.2
Harper Woods High School Harper Woods 0.3 mi 5.2
Harper Academy Harper Woods 0.4 mi 6.1
Beacon Elementary School Harper Woods 0.8 mi 3.6
Pleasantview Elementary School Eastpointe 1.0 mi 2.9
Harper Woods Middle School Harper Woods 0.8 mi 2.6
OUR KIDZ WORLD LEARNING CENTER Detroit 1.0 mi
Regent Park Scholars Charter Academy Detroit 1.1 mi 6.8
Carleton Elementary School Detroit 1.3 mi 6.3
Eaton Academy Eastpointe 1.1 mi 3.1
Discovery Creative Pathways Harper Woods Harper Woods 1.5 mi 6.0
Avalon Elementary School Saint Clair Shores 1.4 mi 4.3
ST PETER'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Eastpointe 1.6 mi 6.7
Tyrone Elementary School Harper Woods 1.6 mi 2.2
Denby High School Detroit 1.7 mi 7.2
Eastpointe High School Eastpointe 1.6 mi 4.5
Eastpointe Virtual Academy Eastpointe 1.6 mi 7.7
Eastpointe Alternative Center Eastpointe 1.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48225 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,248

Median Home Value

$140,800

Median Rent

$1,304/mo

Population

16,328

College Educated

23.4%

Homeownership

64.2%

Avg Commute

26.8 min

Poverty Rate

20%

Median Age

35.4

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Coopersville High School Coopersville, MI 6.7
Detroit School of Arts Detroit, MI 6.7
Ionia High School Ionia, MI 6.7
John Glenn High School Bay City, MI 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Chandler Park Academy High School

What grades does Chandler Park Academy High School serve?

Chandler Park Academy High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Chandler Park Academy High School?

Chandler Park Academy High School has an enrollment of approximately 703 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Chandler Park Academy High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Chandler Park Academy High School is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Chandler Park Academy High School rank in MI?

Chandler Park Academy High School ranks #1,240 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Chandler Park Academy High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Chandler Park Academy High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Chandler Park Academy High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Chandler Park Academy High School has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Chandler Park Academy High School a charter school?

Yes, Chandler Park Academy High School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Chandler Park Academy High School a Title I school?

No, Chandler Park Academy High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Chandler Park Academy High School?

94.0% of students at Chandler Park Academy High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
58 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
703
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
94.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Wayne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.7%
4-Year Graduation
82.0%

District

Chandler Park Academy
District Enrollment
2,083
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,897
District Rank
#1 of 3

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