Cross Creek Charter Academy

Located at 7701 Kalamazoo Ave SE in Byron Center, Michigan, Cross Creek Charter Academy operates as an active, independent charter district serving families within the expansive suburban setting of the greater Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood metropolitan area. Centered around a single, focused campus, the academy delivers a continuous educational pathway tailored specifically for elementary and middle school students from kindergarten through eighth grade. During the 2024–2025 school year, the district serves a vibrant student body of 809 enrolled learners, anchored by a prominent kindergarten entry class of 132 students and maintaining balanced, steady enrollment across all subsequent grade levels.

To cultivate an engaging and well-supported learning environment, the academy maintains a substantial workforce comprising over 154 full-time equivalent staff members. The instructional core features approximately 77 full-time equivalent teachers, yielding a favorable student-to-teacher ratio of roughly 10 to 1 that enables personalized instruction and targeted academic intervention. This teaching faculty is bolstered by nearly 18 instructional aides and a specialized team of 59 support staff personnel dedicated to student well-being and campus operations. Through its comprehensive staffing framework and neighborhood-centered charter model, Cross Creek Charter Academy offers a well-resourced, community-oriented educational option for West Michigan families.