Rising Stars Academy
Charter School
57 Students
High School 12th - 12th
School Overview
Rising Stars Academy, located in Center Line, Michigan, is a unique public charter school specifically designed to serve students with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities. The academy is notable for its specialized approach to education, which prioritizes a highly structured environment, individualized learning plans, and a focus on essential life skills. By maintaining small class sizes and utilizing a team of dedicated professionals, the school provides a supportive atmosphere that aims to meet the diverse social, emotional, and academic needs of its student population.
Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Rising Stars Academy emphasizes vocational training and community integration to help students prepare for life after graduation. The school features practical learning spaces—such as a student-run cafe and garden—that allow pupils to gain hands-on experience in real-world work environments. This focus on functional independence, combined with a compassionate educational philosophy, makes the academy a vital resource for families in the Metro Detroit area seeking a tailored educational pathway for children with specialized learning requirements.
Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Rising Stars Academy emphasizes vocational training and community integration to help students prepare for life after graduation. The school features practical learning spaces—such as a student-run cafe and garden—that allow pupils to gain hands-on experience in real-world work environments. This focus on functional independence, combined with a compassionate educational philosophy, makes the academy a vital resource for families in the Metro Detroit area seeking a tailored educational pathway for children with specialized learning requirements.
57
Total Students
5.8
Full-Time Teachers
9.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
61.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 35 |
| Hispanic | 2 |
| Black | 13 |
| Asian | 5 |
| Two or More | 2 |
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White35 (61.4 %)
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Black13 (22.8 %)
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Asian5 (8.8 %)
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Hispanic2 (3.5 %)
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Two or More2 (3.5 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Special Education School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Rising Stars Academy |
| Phone: | (586)405-9473 |
| Grade Range: | 12th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 57 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 5.8 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 9.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 34 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 1 |
Grades Taught
Ungraded
57
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Ungraded | 57 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 25 | 43.9% |
| Male | 32 | 56.1% |
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