CROSSROADS CHARTER ACADEMY PK6

Crossroads Charter Academy PK6 is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Crossroads Charter Academy school district, located in BIG RAPIDS, MI with about 326 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th 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 23 teachers, Crossroads Charter Academy PK6 has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Crossroads Charter Academy (CCA) PK-6, located in Big Rapids, Michigan, is a tuition-free public charter school dedicated to providing a structured, academically rigorous environment for students in preschool through sixth grade. As part of a larger K-12 charter network, the elementary campus focuses on building a strong foundation in core subjects while fostering character development and personal responsibility. The school emphasizes a partnership between educators and families, aiming to create a supportive community where students are encouraged to reach their full potential through individualized attention and a consistent curriculum.

Beyond its academic focus, Crossroads Charter Academy is known for its commitment to the "classical" philosophy of education, which prioritizes critical thinking, literacy, and the mastery of foundational skills. The school utilizes a professional, goal-oriented approach to instruction, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their transition to middle and high school. By maintaining a smaller school atmosphere and emphasizing civic engagement, CCA strives to cultivate well-rounded students who are prepared to excel both inside and outside the classroom.

For more information, contact Crossroads Charter Academy PK6 at (231) 796-6589 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

215 NORTH STATE ST
BIG RAPIDS, MI 49307-1444
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CROSSROADS CHARTER ACADEMY PK6 is a public Title I Charter school in BIG RAPIDS, MI with about 326 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Michigan

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Yes
Grand Valley State University
Total Students:
326
Teachers:
23.75
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th 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 326 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending CROSSROADS CHARTER ACADEMY PK6 is predominantly White, representing about 90% of the student body.

White
89.9%
Black or African American
4.6%
Asian
2.1%
Hispanic/Latino
1.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%

Female
50.9%
Male
49.1%

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.