MOMENTUM ACADEMY

Momentum Academy is a Title I public charter school that is part of the Momentum Academy school district, located in Hazel Park, MI with about 127 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 9th 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 10 teachers, Momentum Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Momentum Academy, located at 99 E Woodward Heights Blvd in Hazel Park, Michigan, is a tuition-free public charter school serving students in grades K-8. The school operates with a focus on providing a structured, supportive academic environment that emphasizes both rigorous core curriculum and the development of strong character traits. By prioritizing small class sizes and personalized attention, the academy aims to bridge achievement gaps and ensure that every student, regardless of their starting point, has the tools necessary to succeed in high school and beyond.

Beyond traditional academics, Momentum Academy places a significant emphasis on community involvement and the social-emotional growth of its students. The school fosters a close-knit culture where staff, families, and students collaborate to create a safe and inclusive learning atmosphere. Through a blend of traditional instructional methods and modern educational technology, Momentum Academy strives to equip its learners with the critical thinking and interpersonal skills required to thrive in an evolving global society.

For more information, contact Momentum Academy at (248) 336-5600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

99 E Woodward Heights Blvd
Hazel Park, MI 48030-1450
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MOMENTUM ACADEMY is a public Title I Charter school in Hazel Park, MI with about 127 enrolled students. See other public other schools in Michigan

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Other
Charter School:*
Yes
Lake Superior State University
District:
Momentum Academy
Total Students:
127
Teachers:
10
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 127 students

Black or African American
61.4%
White
25.2%
Two or more races
12.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.8%

Female
49.6%
Male
50.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.