GLOBAL TECH ACADEMY

Global Tech Academy is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Global Tech Academy school district, located in Ypsilanti, MI with about 176 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 11 teachers, Global Tech Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Global Tech Academy (GTA), located at 1715 E Forest Ave in Ypsilanti, Michigan, is a public charter school that operates with a specialized focus on integrating technology into the daily learning experience. Serving a diverse student body, the academy is designed to prepare students for a rapidly evolving digital world by emphasizing STEM-related disciplines and foundational academic skills. The school’s curriculum is structured to foster critical thinking, collaboration, and technological literacy, aiming to bridge the digital divide and provide students with the tools necessary to succeed in modern higher education and career pathways.

Beyond its academic core, Global Tech Academy places a significant emphasis on cultivating a supportive school culture that prioritizes character development and community involvement. By maintaining smaller class sizes and a personalized learning environment, the school seeks to address the unique needs of each student while encouraging a sense of responsibility and global citizenship. The academy serves as a central educational resource in the Ypsilanti area, committed to equipping local youth with the technical proficiency and academic confidence required to navigate the complexities of the 21st century.

For more information, contact Global Tech Academy at (734) 390-9625 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.