VOYAGEUR ACADEMY

Voyageur Academy is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Voyageur Academy school district, located in Detroit, MI with about 713 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 30 teachers, Voyageur Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. 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.

Voyageur Academy, located on Military Street in Detroit, Michigan, is a public charter school managed by The Leona Group. Serving students in grades K-12, the academy operates with a focus on providing a structured academic environment designed to prepare pupils for college and long-term career success. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, combining core academic curricula with character development to foster both intellectual and personal growth within the local community.

The academy is part of a larger network of schools dedicated to closing achievement gaps by implementing consistent academic standards and supportive classroom environments. By utilizing a "college-preparatory" model, Voyageur Academy aims to equip its students with the critical thinking skills and discipline necessary for post-secondary education. Families interested in the school can find additional information regarding enrollment, extracurricular opportunities, and specific program offerings through The Leona Group’s official website.

For more information, contact Voyageur Academy at (313) 361-4180 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.