ACKERSON LAKE COMMUNITY EDUCATION

Ackerson Lake Community Education is a Title I public high school that is part of the Napoleon Community Schools school district, located in JACKSON, MI with about 55 students offering grade levels from 9th 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 3 teachers, Ackerson Lake Community Education has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Ackerson Lake Community Education, located in Jackson, Michigan, operates as a specialized branch of the Napoleon Community Schools district. The institution is designed to serve non-traditional students, offering an alternative educational path for those who may not thrive in a conventional high school environment. By providing a flexible and supportive atmosphere, the program focuses on helping students overcome academic hurdles and complete the requirements necessary to earn their high school diploma.

The school emphasizes a personalized approach to learning, catering to the individual pace and unique circumstances of its student body. By integrating community-based resources with a structured academic curriculum, Ackerson Lake aims to empower students to achieve their educational goals and prepare for future career or collegiate opportunities. Its connection to the broader Napoleon school system ensures that students have access to essential educational standards while benefiting from a smaller, more focused setting.

For more information, contact Ackerson Lake Community Education at (517) 905-5712 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.