UNIVERSITY YES ACADEMY

University Yes Academy is a Title I public charter school that is part of the University Yes Academy school district, located in Detroit, MI with about 564 students offering grade levels from 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 17 teachers, University Yes Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 33:1. 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.

University Yes Academy (UYA), located on Curtis Street in Detroit, Michigan, is a public charter school that serves students in grades K-12. As a member of the University Preparatory Schools network, the academy is structured around a college-preparatory mission, aiming to provide a rigorous academic environment that equips students with the necessary skills and discipline to succeed in higher education and beyond.

The school places a strong emphasis on character development and academic achievement, often utilizing a structured, student-centered approach to learning. By fostering a culture of high expectations, University Yes Academy strives to serve the local Detroit community by providing families with an alternative educational option focused on preparing the next generation of college-ready graduates.

For more information, contact University Yes Academy at (313) 270-2556 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.