School Overview
Central Academy, located on South Industrial Highway in Ann Arbor, Michigan, is a public charter school authorized by Central Michigan University. It serves a diverse student population, typically spanning grades K–12. The academy is known for its commitment to academic excellence and character development, often emphasizing a rigorous curriculum that prepares students for college and career success. Its mission is deeply rooted in fostering a safe, supportive environment where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best through high expectations and dedicated instruction.

The school places a strong focus on building a tight-knit community, often characterized by smaller class sizes that allow for more personalized attention from faculty. Central Academy integrates modern instructional practices with an emphasis on values, aiming to develop well-rounded citizens who are equipped to contribute to their local and global communities. By maintaining a structured educational setting and prioritizing consistent communication between staff, parents, and students, the academy strives to bridge the gap between academic theory and real-world application.
530
Total Students
36.6
Full-Time Teachers
14.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
96.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Central Academy
Demographic Student Count
White388
Hispanic19
Black75
Asian47
Two or More1
  • White
    388 (73.2 %)
  • Black
    75 (14.2 %)
  • Asian
    47 (8.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    19 (3.6 %)
  • Two or More
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Other
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Central Academy
Phone: (734)822-1100
Website: http://centralacademy.net
Grade Range: Pre-K - 12th
Total Students: 530
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 36.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 509
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 31
Grade 1 31
Grade 2 29
Grade 3 34
Grade 4 48
Grade 5 46
Grade 6 56
Grade 7 37
Grade 8 58
Grade 9 40
Grade 10 43
Grade 11 42
Grade 12 35

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Central Academy
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten31
Grade 131
Grade 229
Grade 334
Grade 448
Grade 546
Grade 656
Grade 737
Grade 858
Grade 940
Grade 1043
Grade 1142
Grade 1235
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Central Academy
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female26149.2%
Male26950.8%