Berrien Springs Discovery Academy

242 SYLVESTER AVE
BERRIEN SPRGS, MI 49103

www.HomeoftheShamrocks.org

85 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Berrien Springs Discovery Academy, located at 1 Sylvester Ave in Berrien Springs, Michigan, operates as an alternative educational program within the Berrien Springs Public Schools district. The academy is designed to provide a flexible, personalized learning environment for students who may benefit from a non-traditional approach to high school. By focusing on individualized instruction and self-paced coursework, the program aims to support students in overcoming academic or personal hurdles, ensuring they remain on track to earn their high school diplomas.

The school emphasizes a supportive community culture that aligns with the broader district identity, often referred to as the "Home of the Shamrocks." Through its smaller setting and targeted resources, the Discovery Academy strives to offer students the necessary tools for credit recovery and academic success, preparing them for post-secondary opportunities. The program serves as a vital alternative for learners who need a different structure than the traditional comprehensive high school experience, prioritizing student engagement and holistic support.

Total Students

4.3

Full-Time Teachers

19.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

47.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Berrien Springs Discovery Academy
Demographic	Student Count
White	54
Hispanic	10
Black	15
Asian	1
Two or More	3
Pacific Islander	2

White
54 (63.5 %)
Black
15 (17.6 %)
Hispanic
10 (11.8 %)
Two or More
3 (3.5 %)
Pacific Islander
2 (2.4 %)
Asian
1 (1.2 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Alternative School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Primarily virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Berrien Springs Public Schools
Phone:	(269)471-2593
Website:	http://www.HomeoftheShamrocks.org
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	85
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	4.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	19.6
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	34
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	6

* 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

Grade 9 2

Grade 10 29

Grade 11 33

Grade 12 21