BARBER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Barber Elementary School is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Highland Park Public School Academy System school district, located in HIGHLAND PARK, MI with about 369 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 14 teachers, Barber Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 26:1. 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.

Barber Elementary School, located at 45 East Buena Vista Street in Highland Park, Michigan, serves as a cornerstone of the Highland Park School District. As a public elementary institution, it focuses on providing foundational education to the community's youth, prioritizing core academic subjects while striving to create a nurturing environment that encourages student development and social growth. The school functions within the broader framework of the Wayne County Regional Educational Service Agency (RESA), which supports the district in meeting state educational standards.

The school is deeply integrated into the Highland Park community, operating as a neighborhood hub for families seeking accessible, locally-centered primary education. While the Highland Park school system has navigated significant administrative and structural changes over the years, Barber Elementary continues to focus on its mission of fostering literacy, numeracy, and critical thinking skills. By maintaining a connection to the district's resources and support networks, the school aims to prepare its diverse student population for success in middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Barber Elementary School at (313) 957-3005 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.