Walker Charter Academy: A Top School in Walker
Walker Charter Academy outperforms all of the schools in the Kenowa Hills Public School District, and it doesn't stop there. Our school’s dedication to academic excellence and Moral Focus™ is evident in the recognition we’ve earned, emphasizing our commitment to preparing students to succeed in life.
U.S. News & World Report: Walker Charter Academy Ranks in Top 10 for Best Charter Elementary Schools in Michigan
Walker Charter Academy was ranked 10th on the Best Charter Elementary Schools in Michigan list, according to U.S. News & World Report in its 2025 school rankings, which marks a five-spot jump from the 2024 rankings.Read the Blog
Awards and Accolades
Niche Ranking
Walker Charter Academy was named a Top 10 Charter Elementary and Middle School in Grand Rapids by Niche, an organization that specializes in data and rankings. We received an overall grade of A and our teachers were given an A+ on Niche's report card!
Praise from Parents
"I feel my child is receiving not only a top-notch education, but also the foundation for excellent character development." - Walker Charter Academy Parent
MI CAP Grade
Walker Charter Academy received a Grade A on the 2022–24 Michigan Context and Performance Report Card. This reflects strong academic performance compared to similar schools across the state.
School Letter Grade
Walker Charter Academy earned an A letter grade in proficiency and growth according to the Michigan School Grades System.
Walker is a Safe School
Ensuring a safe school environment is crucial for the well-being and development of students, staff, and the broader school community. Walker Charter Academy received the NHA® Safety Award for the 2024-25 school year for achieving the highest ratings for safety on both the parent and staff surveys. We completed all required safety drills, and participated in the 2024-25 NHA Safety Week, a week set aside to educate staff and students on safety at school.
NHA® Shines: Stanford's CREDO Study Shows Our Students Surpass Their Peers by 3.5 Months Each Year
A recent Stanford study shows NHA partner-school students continue to outperform their traditional public school peers. They do so by gaining nearly three-and-a-half months of additional learning. NHA also earned the new “gap busters” designation for outstanding progress in eliminating learning disparities for minority and poverty students.Learn More About Stanford's Study
Where Kids Succeed
Walker Charter Academy has outperformed the local district in all subjects on the state test for the last 16 years.
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