JENISON INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY
Jenison International Academy is a public school that is part of the Jenison Public Schools school district, located in Jenison, MI with about 138 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th Grade. With about 8 teachers, Jenison International Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.
Jenison International Academy (JIA) is a specialized educational program operating under the Jenison Public Schools district in Michigan. It is designed as a hybrid or virtual learning option that provides students with a flexible, personalized approach to their education. By leveraging online curriculum platforms, the academy allows students to complete coursework at their own pace while maintaining a connection to the broader resources and support systems of the Jenison Public Schools community.
The academy is primarily focused on serving students who may thrive better in a non-traditional setting, such as those looking for accelerated learning paths, credit recovery, or the convenience of remote study. Despite the virtual nature of the instruction, JIA emphasizes academic rigor and ensures that students meet the same high standards expected of their peers in traditional classrooms. With its administrative base located on Church Court in Jenison, the program serves as a vital bridge for families seeking an alternative to the standard brick-and-mortar school day while still benefiting from the reputation and quality of a well-established Michigan school district.
For more information, contact Jenison International Academy at (616) 457-8477 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Jenison, MI 49428-9249
(616) 457-8477
JENISON INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY is a public school in Jenison, MI with about 138 enrolled students. See other public other schools in Michigan
School Details
- Level:
-
Other
(Alternative Education School)
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Jenison Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 138
- Teachers:
- 8.19
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Virtual with face to face options
* 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.
School Demographics for 138 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending JENISON INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY is predominantly White, representing about 77% of the student body.
- White
- 76.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 11.6%
- Black or African American
- 6.5%
- Two or more races
- 2.9%
- Asian
- 2.2%
- Female
- 57.2%
- Male
- 42.8%
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.