GREAT LAKES ACADEMY

Great Lakes Academy is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Great Lakes Academy school district, located in PONTIAC, MI with about 184 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 11 teachers, Great Lakes Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Great Lakes Academy, located on Woodward Avenue in Pontiac, Michigan, is a public charter school serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade. The school operates with a focus on providing a structured, rigorous academic environment designed to prepare students for success in high school and beyond. By emphasizing foundational literacy and mathematics alongside character development, the academy aims to bridge achievement gaps and foster a supportive community for families in the Pontiac area.

The school is known for its commitment to a data-driven instructional approach, where teachers regularly assess student progress to tailor lessons to individual needs. In addition to core academics, Great Lakes Academy integrates enrichment activities and moral focus lessons into the daily schedule to help cultivate well-rounded students. As part of a larger network of charter schools, the institution prioritizes strong parent-teacher partnerships and consistent school culture to ensure that students remain engaged and motivated throughout their middle school years.

For more information, contact Great Lakes Academy at (248) 334-6434 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.