Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary

Charter School 451 Students
Elementary School K - 2nd
School Overview
Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary, located in the Springwells neighborhood of Southwest Detroit, is a public charter school serving a diverse student population, with a strong focus on the local Hispanic community. As part of the larger Cesar Chavez Academy network, the school operates with a mission to provide a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum that emphasizes academic excellence, cultural pride, and character development. The school’s environment is designed to be supportive and inclusive, aiming to bridge educational gaps while preparing students for success in middle school and beyond.

In addition to its core academic programming, the school places a significant emphasis on building a strong community connection, often involving families in the educational process. The curriculum typically balances foundational subjects like mathematics and literacy with extracurricular opportunities that foster student engagement. By operating in the heart of Detroit, the academy serves as a central hub for families seeking a structured, community-focused educational experience that values both bilingual proficiency and high academic standards for its elementary-aged learners.
451
Total Students
30.5
Full-Time Teachers
14.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
98.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White33
Hispanic399
Black17
Two or More1
American Indian1
  • Hispanic
    399 (88.5 %)
  • White
    33 (7.3 %)
  • Black
    17 (3.8 %)
  • Two or More
    1 (0.2 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Cesar Chavez Academy
Phone: (313)843-9440
Grade Range: K - 2nd
Total Students: 451
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 30.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 432
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 12
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 145
Grade 1 172
Grade 2 134

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten145
Grade 1172
Grade 2134
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female22549.9%
Male22650.1%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)