MERRITT ACADEMY

Merritt Academy is a Title I public charter school that is part of the Merritt Academy school district, located in NEW HAVEN, MI with about 519 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 51 teachers, Merritt Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Merritt Academy, located in New Haven, Michigan, is a tuition-free public charter school serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade. The academy distinguishes itself through a strong emphasis on character development and a rigorous academic curriculum, often utilizing the "Character Counts!" framework to integrate social-emotional learning into the daily classroom experience. By fostering a close-knit environment, the school aims to create a supportive community where students are encouraged to achieve personal and academic excellence while upholding core values such as respect, responsibility, and integrity.

The school is known for its commitment to a "whole-child" approach, which balances challenging coursework with extracurricular opportunities designed to build well-rounded individuals. Merritt Academy places a high priority on parent-teacher collaboration and maintains a structured educational setting that encourages active student participation. With a focus on preparing students for the transition to high school, the academy strives to equip its learners with the critical thinking skills, academic foundation, and moral compass necessary for success in their future educational endeavors.

For more information, contact Merritt Academy at (586) 749-6000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.