Old Redford Academy

Located at 17195 Redford Street in Detroit, Michigan, Old Redford Academy is an active, independent public charter school district providing a complete educational continuum within a vibrant large-city setting in the greater Detroit-Warren-Dearborn metropolitan region. Operating three distinct school facilities, the district offers seamless academic instruction spanning from Pre-Kindergarten all the way through 12th grade. As an independent local educational agency for federal programs, Old Redford Academy delivers public education tailored to its urban community, combining localized charter flexibility with a structured academic pathway aimed at preparing students for post-secondary success and lifelong learning.

During the 2024–2025 academic year, the district serves a student body of 957 enrolled learners, featuring strong high school enrollment alongside its elementary and middle school programs. Demographically, the student body is predominantly Black, with additional representation among Hispanic, White, American Indian, Asian, and multiracial students. To foster a supportive and well-rounded learning environment, Old Redford Academy employs a comprehensive professional team totaling nearly 208 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members. This includes 83 FTE classroom teachers, 8 instructional aides, and nearly 117 support personnel dedicated to administrative, operational, and student services, ensuring a favorable student-to-teacher dynamic and robust institutional support across all grade levels.