NEW BRANCHES CHARTER ACADEMY

New Branches Charter Academy is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the New Branches Charter Academy school district, located in GRAND RAPIDS, MI with about 366 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 17 teachers, New Branches Charter Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

New Branches Charter Academy, located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is a public charter school serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade. The academy is managed by Choice Schools Associates and is dedicated to fostering a supportive, student-centered learning environment. Their educational philosophy emphasizes academic excellence, character development, and a "whole child" approach, ensuring that students receive a well-rounded education that prepares them for success in high school and beyond.

The school is known for its focus on building strong relationships between students, staff, and families, aiming to create a close-knit community atmosphere. By utilizing a rigorous curriculum paired with individualized instruction, New Branches strives to meet the diverse needs of its student body. They prioritize transparency and parental involvement, encouraging families to play an active role in the educational process to help every student reach their full potential within a safe and nurturing school climate.

For more information, contact New Branches Charter Academy at (616) 243-6221 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

3662 Poinsettia Avenue SE
GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49508-3409
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NEW BRANCHES CHARTER ACADEMY is a public Title I Charter school in GRAND RAPIDS, MI with about 366 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Michigan

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Yes
Central Michigan University
Magnet school:
Yes
Total Students:
366
Teachers:
17.7
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 366 students

Black or African American
54.4%
Hispanic/Latino
22.7%
White
14.8%
Two or more races
6.6%
Asian
1.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
52.5%
Male
47.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.