Muskegon Montessori Academy for Environmental Change

Located in the small city environment of Muskegon, Michigan, at 2950 McCracken Street, the Muskegon Montessori Academy for Environmental Change operates as an open, independent charter district dedicated to holistic, hands-on learning. Serving families within the Muskegon-Norton Shores metropolitan area, this single-school public district provides tailored educational programming spanning pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. According to federal education data for the 2024–2025 academic year, the academy fosters a close-knit learning community with a total enrollment of 154 students. The student body reflects a diverse local demographic, comprising 85 White, 30 Black, 22 Hispanic, and 15 multiracial students, alongside American Indian and Pacific Islander representation.

To support its specialized curriculum and foster a low student-to-teacher ratio, the district employs a robust professional workforce totaling nearly 52 full-time equivalent staff members. This team includes over 22 full-time equivalent classroom teachers, 6 instructional aides, and nearly 24 support staff members who together ensure that students receive dedicated academic and developmental guidance. Functioning as its own local educational agency for federal programs, the Muskegon Montessori Academy combines public charter accessibility with a focused commitment to environmental stewardship and individual student growth. Prospective families, community members, and researchers can learn more by visiting the school’s website at www.muskegonmontessoriacademy.com or contacting the district directly at (231) 766-7500.