TURNING POINT ACADEMY AT FLEMING
Turning Point Academy at Fleming is a public elementary school that is part of the Detroit Public Schools Community District school district, located in Detroit, MI with about 31 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. With about 6 teachers, Turning Point Academy at Fleming has a student/teacher ratio of about 5:1. 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.
Turning Point Academy at Fleming is a specialized educational facility located in Detroit, Michigan, operating under the Detroit Public Schools Community District. The school is primarily recognized for its commitment to providing alternative educational pathways for students who may struggle in traditional classroom settings. By focusing on smaller class sizes and personalized instruction, the academy aims to re-engage students, improve academic outcomes, and provide the behavioral support necessary for them to succeed in their future schooling or professional lives.
Beyond its academic curriculum, Turning Point Academy emphasizes a supportive and structured environment designed to foster social-emotional growth and accountability. The school works closely with families and community partners to address the unique needs of its student body, often focusing on credit recovery, restorative justice practices, and skill-building. Ultimately, the academy serves as a critical resource within the district, providing a "turning point" for students by offering them a fresh start and the targeted resources required to get back on track toward graduation.
For more information, contact Turning Point Academy at Fleming at (313) 347-8900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Detroit, MI 48205
(313) 347-8900
TURNING POINT ACADEMY AT FLEMING is a public school in Detroit, MI with about 31 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Michigan
School Details
- School status:
- New
- Level:
-
Elementary School
(Special Education School)
- Charter School:*
- No
- Total Students:
- 31
- Teachers:
- 6
- 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
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 31 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending TURNING POINT ACADEMY AT FLEMING is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 97% of the student body.
- Black or African American
- 96.8%
- White
- 3.2%
- Female
- 16.1%
- Male
- 83.9%
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.