MULTICULTURAL ACADEMY

Multicultural Academy is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Multicultural Academy school district, located in ANN ARBOR, MI with about 180 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 7 teachers, Multicultural Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. 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.

Multicultural Academy, located at 5550 Platt Road in Ann Arbor, Michigan, is a public charter school that emphasizes a diverse and inclusive learning environment. The school is designed to serve a broad spectrum of students, focusing on academic rigor while integrating global perspectives into its curriculum. By fostering an atmosphere that honors various cultural backgrounds, the academy aims to prepare its students to become well-rounded, empathetic citizens in an increasingly interconnected society.

The school is known for its commitment to individualized instruction and a supportive community culture. With a mission often centered on closing achievement gaps and providing personalized attention, Multicultural Academy utilizes a smaller school setting to build strong relationships between students, families, and staff. By prioritizing both character development and core academic skills, the institution strives to provide a unique educational experience that celebrates the rich, multicultural tapestry of the Ann Arbor community.

For more information, contact Multicultural Academy at (734) 677-0732 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

5550 PLATT RD
ANN ARBOR, MI 48108-9762
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MULTICULTURAL ACADEMY is a public Title I Charter school in ANN ARBOR, MI with about 180 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Michigan

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Yes
Bay Mills Community College
Total Students:
180
Teachers:
7
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
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 180 students

White
62.2%
Black or African American
23.3%
Hispanic/Latino
11.7%
Two or more races
1.7%
Asian
1.1%

Female
50.0%
Male
50.0%

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.