JO BRIGHTON SKILLS CENTER

Jo Brighton Skills Center is a public school that is part of the Wyandotte School District of the City of school district, located in WYANDOTTE, MI with about 160 students offering grade levels from 4th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 22 teachers, Jo Brighton Skills Center has a student/teacher ratio of about 7:1. 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.

The Jo Brighton Skills Center, located in Wyandotte, Michigan, is a specialized educational facility operating under the Wyandotte Public Schools district. It is designed to provide comprehensive vocational training and life-skills development for students with special needs. The center focuses on creating a supportive environment where students can transition from traditional classroom settings into practical, real-world work experiences, emphasizing independence, self-advocacy, and career readiness.

The curriculum at Jo Brighton is tailored to meet the individual goals of its students, offering hands-on instruction that prepares them for post-secondary life. By integrating academic learning with community-based vocational instruction, the school helps students build confidence and develop the specific skills necessary to succeed in various workplace environments. Through its dedicated staff and community partnerships, the center serves as a vital bridge for students aiming to achieve personal growth and sustainable employment after graduation.

For more information, contact Jo Brighton Skills Center at (734) 759-6300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

4460 18TH ST
WYANDOTTE, MI 48192-6925
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JO BRIGHTON SKILLS CENTER is a public school in WYANDOTTE, MI with about 160 enrolled students. See other public other schools in Michigan

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Other
(Special Education School)
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
160
Teachers:
22.5
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:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th 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 160 students

White
66.9%
Black or African American
20.0%
Hispanic/Latino
10.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.3%
Two or more races
1.3%

Female
45.0%
Male
55.0%

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.