LAKESIDE CHARTER SCHOOL

Lakeside Charter School is a Title I public charter school with about 123 students offering grade levels from 4th 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 9 teachers, Lakeside Charter School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Lakeside Charter School, located at 3921 Oakland Drive in Kalamazoo, Michigan, is a specialized educational facility that operates in partnership with the Lakeside for Children residential treatment program. The school is designed to serve students who are facing significant behavioral, emotional, or social challenges that make traditional public school environments difficult to navigate. By integrating academic instruction with therapeutic support, the school aims to provide a stable and structured learning environment that prioritizes the holistic well-being and personal development of its students.

The school’s curriculum is tailored to meet the individual needs of its students, focusing on credit recovery, skill-building, and emotional regulation. Because it serves youth in residential care, the faculty and staff work closely with clinical teams to ensure that educational goals align with each student's broader treatment plan. Through this collaborative approach, Lakeside Charter School seeks to re-engage students in their education, helping them build the resilience and academic foundation necessary for long-term success both within and beyond the classroom.

For more information, contact Lakeside Charter School at (269) 381-4760 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.