LIGHTHOUSE ACADEMY NORTH CAMPUS

Lighthouse Academy North Campus is a Title I public charter school that is part of the Lighthouse Academy school district, located in Grand Rapids, MI with about 83 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 12th Grade. 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 5 teachers, Lighthouse Academy North Campus has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Lighthouse Academy’s North Campus in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is a specialized charter school dedicated to serving students who have faced significant academic or personal challenges in traditional school settings. As part of the wider Lighthouse Academy network, the North Campus focuses on providing a supportive, trauma-informed environment designed to help students recover credits, improve their social-emotional well-being, and successfully transition toward graduation. The school utilizes a personalized approach to education, acknowledging that each student arrives with unique circumstances that require flexible learning pathways.

Beyond traditional academics, the North Campus places a strong emphasis on holistic student development. By integrating mentorship, individualized pacing, and a smaller classroom structure, the school aims to remove the systemic barriers that often lead to student disengagement. Their mission is to empower students to overcome obstacles, fostering a sense of community and purpose that prepares them for post-secondary education, vocational training, or the workforce.

For more information, contact Lighthouse Academy North Campus at (616) 965-9700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.