ACCE

ACCE is a Title I public high school that is part of the Ypsilanti Community Schools school district, located in Ypsilanti, MI with about 111 students offering grade levels from 6th 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 10 teachers, ACCE has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

ACCE (Achieving College and Career Education) is an alternative high school program operating under the Ypsilanti Community Schools district. It is designed to provide a flexible and supportive educational environment for students who may struggle in a traditional high school setting or who require a non-traditional path to graduation. By prioritizing personalized learning plans and smaller class sizes, the school aims to help students overcome barriers to academic success and prepare them for life after graduation.

The program focuses on both academic achievement and career readiness, offering a curriculum that balances core credit recovery with real-world skill building. By fostering a close-knit community and offering additional social-emotional support, ACCE works to keep students engaged and on track to earn their high school diplomas. It serves as a vital resource for the Ypsilanti community, ensuring that all students have a viable pathway to higher education, vocational training, or the workforce regardless of the challenges they face in their educational journey.

For more information, contact ACCE at (734) 221-1691 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.