Macomb Academy

39092 GARFIELD RD
CLINTON TOWNSHIP, MI 48038

Charter School 44 Students

High School 12th - 12th

School Overview

Macomb Academy is a specialized public school academy located in Clinton Township, Michigan, specifically designed to serve students with disabilities. Unlike traditional high schools, the academy focuses on a transition-based curriculum for young adults ages 18 to 26 who have completed their high school credit requirements but require additional support to prepare for life after graduation. The program is tailored to bridge the gap between the classroom and independent adulthood, emphasizing personal development, social integration, and the acquisition of life skills.

The school’s instructional approach is highly individualized, centered on helping students gain greater independence in their daily lives. The curriculum incorporates functional academics, career exploration, and vocational training, often utilizing real-world community settings to practice social and work-related skills. By providing a structured environment that prioritizes self-advocacy and community participation, Macomb Academy aims to empower its students to navigate their local communities effectively and reach their personal potential as they transition into post-secondary life.

Total Students

3.0

Full-Time Teachers

14.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

27.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Macomb Academy
Demographic	Student Count
White	23
Hispanic	1
Black	17
Asian	2
Two or More	1

White
23 (52.3 %)
Black
17 (38.6 %)
Asian
2 (4.5 %)
Hispanic
1 (2.3 %)
Two or More
1 (2.3 %)

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:	Macomb Academy
Phone:	(586)228-2201
Grade Range:	12th - 12th
Total Students:	44
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	3.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	11
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	1

* 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

Ungraded 44