WAY ACADEMY FLINT FLINT CAMPUS

WAY Academy Flint Flint Campus is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the WAY Academy - Flint school district, located in Flint, MI with about 162 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th 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 7 teachers, WAY Academy Flint Flint Campus has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. 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.

WAY Academy of Flint, located on E. Kearsley St., is a public charter school that utilizes a unique, technology-driven approach to education designed for students who may struggle in traditional classroom settings. Operating under the "W-A-Y" (Widening Advancements for Youth) model, the school emphasizes a personalized, project-based curriculum that allows students to progress at their own pace. By blending online coursework with support from on-site mentors and certified teachers, the academy focuses on flexibility, helping students earn their high school diplomas while balancing personal responsibilities or recovering credits.

The school is specifically geared toward students who thrive in a non-traditional environment, offering a focus on "blended learning" that prepares them for post-secondary success. Because it is part of a larger network of WAY programs, the Flint campus prioritizes student agency, critical thinking, and the development of real-world skills through individual learning plans. By fostering a supportive, smaller-school atmosphere in the heart of Flint, WAY Academy aims to remove barriers to graduation and provide an inclusive pathway for students to achieve their academic goals.

For more information, contact WAY Academy Flint Flint Campus at (810) 412-8655 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.