LANSING CHARTER ACADEMY

Lansing Charter Academy is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Holly Park Academy school district, located in LANSING, MI with about 646 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 38 teachers, Lansing Charter Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Lansing Charter Academy is a tuition-free, public charter school serving students in grades K–8 in Lansing, Michigan. Operated by National Heritage Academies, the school follows a curriculum that emphasizes academic rigor, character development, and a "Moral Focus" program. This character-based approach is integrated into daily instruction, aiming to foster traits such as respect, responsibility, and perseverance alongside traditional core subjects like mathematics, literacy, science, and social studies.

The school is designed to offer an alternative to traditional district-run schools, focusing on small-classroom environments and individualized attention to help students achieve proficiency in core standards. By partnering with families and the local community, Lansing Charter Academy prioritizes a structured educational atmosphere intended to prepare students for success in high school and beyond. Its instructional model often utilizes data-driven assessments to track student progress and tailor learning strategies to meet specific academic needs.

For more information, contact Lansing Charter Academy at (517) 882-9585 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.