Academic Results

Vanderbilt Charter Academy has a strong record of academic achievement. From state and national recognition to student growth and performance, our results reflect the high expectations and strong instruction at the heart of our school.

Recognized for Excellence

Academic Awards & Recognition

Vanderbilt Charter Academy has earned recognition for strong academic performance at both the state and national levels.

Niche 2026 Badge

Ranked Among Michigan's Top Schools

Niche, an organization that specializes in school data and rankings, gave Vanderbilt Charter Academy an overall A on Niche's report card.

Strong Michigan School Grades

Vanderbilt earned A grades in both proficiency and growth through the Michigan School Grades System.

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Michigan CAP Recognition

Vanderbilt performed above average on the Michigan Context and Performance Report Card, a 2025 study that compares Michigan schools after adjusting test scores for student background.

"I'm happy that we chose Vanderbilt Charter to educate our children. Thank you for all that you do!"

Vanderbilt Charter Academy Parent

Proven Performance

A Strong Record of Academic Success

Vanderbilt Charter Academy has consistently outperformed the local district on state assessments for the past 16 years.

Proven Across NHA®

Students Gain More Learning

A study by Stanford University’s Center for Research on Education Outcomes (CREDO) shows students at NHA partner schools gain an average of 3.5 additional months of learning each year compared to their peers in traditional public schools, with no additional days of school. NHA was also recognized as a “gap buster” for helping students make strong academic progress across different backgrounds.