FLAGSHIP CHARTER ACADEMY

Flagship Charter Academy is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Flagship Charter Academy school district, located in DETROIT, MI with about 673 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 37 teachers, Flagship Charter Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Flagship Charter Academy, located on Wisconsin Street in Detroit, is a tuition-free public charter school serving students in grades K–8. Operated by National Heritage Academies (NHA), the school focuses on a "Moral Focus" curriculum alongside rigorous academics. Their educational philosophy is built on the belief that strong character development—emphasizing virtues like integrity, respect, and responsibility—is just as vital as academic achievement in preparing students for long-term success.

The school is designed to provide a supportive community environment, offering small class sizes and a structured learning atmosphere. As part of the NHA network, Flagship Charter Academy utilizes a standardized curriculum that emphasizes core subjects like math, science, and reading, while striving to engage parents as active partners in the educational process. Their mission centers on equipping students with the foundational skills and moral compass necessary to excel in high school and beyond.

For more information, contact Flagship Charter Academy at (313) 933-7933 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.