BURTON GLEN CHARTER ACADEMY

Burton Glen Charter Academy is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Burton Glen Charter Academy school district, located in BURTON, MI with about 538 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 28 teachers, Burton Glen Charter Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Burton Glen Charter Academy, located in Burton, Michigan, is a tuition-free public charter school serving students in grades K–8. Managed by National Heritage Academies (NHA), the school operates under a curriculum that emphasizes a "Moral Focus" program alongside rigorous academics. This approach is designed to foster both intellectual growth and character development, teaching students virtues such as respect, integrity, and perseverance as part of their daily education.

The school is committed to providing a supportive, structured environment aimed at preparing students for high school success and beyond. By focusing on academic achievement and fostering a strong partnership between teachers, students, and parents, Burton Glen strives to create a community-centered learning experience. Their program is designed to meet the unique needs of the local Burton community while maintaining high expectations for student performance and personal responsibility.

For more information, contact Burton Glen Charter Academy at (810) 744-2300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.