International Academy of Saginaw

1944 IOWA AVE
SAGINAW, MI 48601

www.iasacademy.org

Charter School 80 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 8th

School Overview

The International Academy of Saginaw (IAS) is a tuition-free public charter school serving students in grades K–12. Operating as part of the SABIS® Educational System, the school follows a rigorous, globally oriented curriculum designed to prepare students for success in college and beyond. The academy emphasizes a structured learning environment, consistent assessment, and high academic standards, aiming to provide a comprehensive education that balances core subjects with a focus on critical thinking and character development.

The school is notable for its commitment to a global perspective, utilizing the proprietary SABIS® methodology, which relies on a specialized pedagogical approach, frequent testing, and a focus on student mastery of subject matter. By fostering a culture of high expectations and accountability, the International Academy of Saginaw seeks to equip its diverse student body with the knowledge and skills necessary to compete in a globalized economy. Located on Iowa Avenue, the school serves as an educational hub for the Saginaw community, offering a structured alternative within the local charter school landscape.

Total Students

4.0

Full-Time Teachers

20.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

88.8%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for International Academy of Saginaw
Demographic	Student Count
White	5
Hispanic	8
Black	62
Two or More	5

Black
62 (77.5 %)
Hispanic
8 (10.0 %)
White
5 (6.2 %)
Two or More
5 (6.2 %)

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:	International Academy of Saginaw
Phone:	(989)921-1000
Website:	http://www.iasacademy.org
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 8th
Total Students:	80
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	4.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	20.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	69
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	2

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 6

Grade 1 9

Grade 2 7

Grade 3 6

Grade 4 13

Grade 5 10

Grade 6 8

Grade 7 9

Grade 8 12