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Linden Charter Academy

Charter | K-8 | 754 students

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4 stars

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Posted October 14, 2010

The teachers at Linden Charter Academy care about their students. They spend time working with students so every student will be successful.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 13, 2010

My oldest son attended Linden Charter and now my youngest son goes there also.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 6, 2009

I think Linden Charter Academy is not that great of a school. My 2 kids went there for 3 years and i wasnt impressed. I had to get them out of there as soon as possible. That school is too strict and they go overboard with every little thing. And the teachers there need anger management and therapy.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 26, 2007

Everyone, this is my note as a parent of three children that attend Linden Charter Academy. I'm very pleased with the entire staff at this school. From the individuals in the office that greet the parents to the teachers that my children are fortunate to have. I should have put my children in this school from the very start. The LCA have made a major change in my children's learning capabilities, and learning skills. I wish for all to know, this is a wonderful school for a child/children to attend.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 13, 2006

My child has been attending for four years and another for two anytime I have had issues with anything that went on, I was listened to and I did see results instantly. they have had four different principles within this time spand and I liked Mr. Flenory, but Mrs. Caine-Smith is by far the most involved principle I have seen so many changes in every area from the attituds of the staff, academics, to the look of the school I believe she really cares for the students and enjoys her job I hope that this school continues to be a positive, and reserved environment for my children now and in the years to come
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 31, 2005

My Child has been attending Linden for 5yrs I think that there is entirly to much favortism. I also know that I am not the only parent that feels this way because I am writing as a voice for alot of parents. My child has been a straight 'A' student since the 4th grade. I feel that the academics are quite poor because linden is focused on discipline which is not a bad thing, but there is a such thing as overboard. The principal has no leadership skills, so how are children supposed to grow.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 28, 2004

This is my son's second year at Linden. He is now in the 2nd grade. He's excelling very well. He was reading in grade K. The school does stress morals and repect which is needed in our school systems. The behavior/ homework sheet comes home everyday in their folder.It allow parents to know what's going on daily. I hope the school will exspan to grade 12 by the year 2012. I want my son to remain there as long as it doesn't change for the worst.
—Submitted by maya Franklin-Sutton, a parent


Posted August 27, 2003

As a proud parent of a Linden Academy kindergarten student I am very proud of the principal and his staff. At Linden Academy there is a high level of expected academic sucess. This year Linden is preparing my child in areas of Reading readiness, math, history, and science. I am very excited that I have confidence knowing that my 5yr old son will be reading by the end of the middle of the school year. I love the strong communication between the staff and parents. Linden Academy also teaches students the importance of Moral Focus, in which my son is learning self-control, and respect of others while at school. The schools practices helps me to re-enforce what is taught at home.
—Submitted by a parent


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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 41% in 2013.

87 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
33%

2012

 
 
28%

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
93%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 66% in 2013.

87 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
52%

2012

 
 
30%

2011

 
 
78%

2010

 
 
80%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 45% in 2013.

82 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
20%

2012

 
 
22%

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
95%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 68% in 2013.

82 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
40%

2012

 
 
48%

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
77%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 47% in 2013.

82 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
39%

2011

 
 
50%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 46% in 2013.

78 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
22%

2012

 
 
21%

2011

 
 
82%

2010

 
 
77%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 70% in 2013.

78 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
49%

2012

 
 
59%

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
82%
Science

The state average for Science was 13% in 2013.

79 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
3%

2011

 
 
56%

2010

 
 
76%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 40% in 2013.

86 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
16%

2012

 
 
9%

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
92%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 68% in 2013.

87 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
59%

2012

 
 
45%

2011

 
 
78%

2010

 
 
86%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 30% in 2013.

89 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
3%

2011

 
 
63%

2010

 
 
57%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 38% in 2013.

82 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
20%

2012

 
 
7%

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
79%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 62% in 2013.

83 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
36%

2012

 
 
44%

2011

 
 
74%

2010

 
 
59%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 52% in 2013.

83 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
34%

2011

 
 
45%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 33% in 2013.

80 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
18%

2012

 
 
10%

2011

 
 
68%

2010

 
 
46%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 66% in 2013.

80 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
60%

2012

 
 
31%

2011

 
 
69%

2010

 
 
72%
Science

The state average for Science was 16% in 2013.

80 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
0%

2011

 
 
49%

2010

 
 
38%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Black 93% 20%
White 6% 71%
Hispanic 1% 5%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 1%
Asian/Pacific Islander N/A 3%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 85%N/A42%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 21N/A18
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

School basics

School Leader's name
  • Mrs. Corinne Weaver
Fax number
  • (810) 720-0626

Programs

Specific academic themes or areas of focus

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3244 North Linden Rd
Flint, MI 48504
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Phone: (810) 720-0515

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