American Montessori Academy Upper Elementary
Charter School
334 Students
Middle School 2nd - 8th
School Overview
American Montessori Academy (AMA) in Redford, Michigan, is a tuition-free public school charter that offers a specialized educational approach based on the Montessori philosophy. The Upper Elementary program is specifically designed to meet the unique developmental needs of students in grades 4 through 6. By fostering an environment that encourages self-directed learning, the academy empowers students to explore their interests through hands-on materials and individualized lesson plans, bridging the gap between foundational elementary education and middle school preparation.
The school emphasizes a "whole child" approach, focusing not only on academic achievement in core subjects like mathematics, language arts, and social studies but also on social-emotional growth, independence, and critical thinking. The classroom environments are carefully prepared to facilitate collaborative work and community building, allowing students to develop a strong sense of personal responsibility. Through its adherence to authentic Montessori principles, American Montessori Academy strives to cultivate curious, lifelong learners who are well-equipped for future academic success.
The school emphasizes a "whole child" approach, focusing not only on academic achievement in core subjects like mathematics, language arts, and social studies but also on social-emotional growth, independence, and critical thinking. The classroom environments are carefully prepared to facilitate collaborative work and community building, allowing students to develop a strong sense of personal responsibility. Through its adherence to authentic Montessori principles, American Montessori Academy strives to cultivate curious, lifelong learners who are well-equipped for future academic success.
334
Total Students
17.5
Full-Time Teachers
19.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
52.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 81 |
| Hispanic | 19 |
| Black | 203 |
| Asian | 12 |
| Two or More | 15 |
| American Indian | 4 |
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Black203 (60.8 %)
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White81 (24.3 %)
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Hispanic19 (5.7 %)
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Two or More15 (4.5 %)
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Asian12 (3.6 %)
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American Indian4 (1.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | American Montessori Academy |
| Phone: | (313)533-0000 |
| Website: | http://www.americanmontessori.net |
| Grade Range: | 2nd - 8th |
| Total Students: | 334 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 17.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 19.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 161 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 15 |
Grades Taught
Grade 2
56
Grade 3
67
Grade 4
49
Grade 5
44
Grade 6
44
Grade 7
35
Grade 8
39
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 2 | 56 |
| Grade 3 | 67 |
| Grade 4 | 49 |
| Grade 5 | 44 |
| Grade 6 | 44 |
| Grade 7 | 35 |
| Grade 8 | 39 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 172 | 51.5% |
| Male | 162 | 48.5% |
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