Cole Academy

Charter School 174 Students
Elementary School K - 6th
School Overview
Cole Academy, located on West Mount Hope Avenue in Lansing, Michigan, is a public charter school that serves students from kindergarten through eighth grade. Dedicated to providing a rigorous and supportive academic environment, the school focuses on a balanced curriculum that emphasizes core subjects like mathematics, literacy, and science, while also incorporating character development into the daily student experience. By maintaining smaller class sizes and a focused mission, Cole Academy aims to foster a strong sense of community where students feel known, valued, and encouraged to reach their full potential.

In addition to its academic offerings, Cole Academy places a significant emphasis on parental involvement and community engagement, viewing these partnerships as essential to student success. The school strives to create a structured and safe learning atmosphere that prepares its graduates for the challenges of high school and beyond. For families looking for a specialized charter option within the Lansing area, the school serves as a dedicated neighborhood institution committed to raising academic standards and cultivating well-rounded, responsible citizens.
174
Total Students
7.9
Full-Time Teachers
22.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
59.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Cole Academy
Demographic Student Count
White35
Hispanic35
Black68
Asian2
Two or More31
American Indian3
  • Black
    68 (39.1 %)
  • White
    35 (20.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    35 (20.1 %)
  • Two or More
    31 (17.8 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (1.7 %)
  • Asian
    2 (1.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Cole Academy
Phone: (517)372-0038
Website: http://www.coleacademy.org
Grade Range: K - 6th
Total Students: 174
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 7.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 22.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 86
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 17
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 31
Grade 1 33
Grade 2 27
Grade 3 29
Grade 4 29
Grade 5 25

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Cole Academy
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten31
Grade 133
Grade 227
Grade 329
Grade 429
Grade 525
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Cole Academy
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female8951.1%
Male8548.9%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)