GEE Compass Academy

Located at 850 S Hewitt Street in Ypsilanti, Michigan, GEE Compass Academy is an open, independent charter district serving the suburban Ann Arbor metropolitan area. Operating a single school facility, the academy is authorized to offer a complete educational trajectory spanning from kindergarten through 12th grade, with active student participation focused primarily across grades 6 through 12. As an independent local educational agency designated for federal programs, this large-suburb academy delivers an accessible public charter option tailored to meet the developmental and academic needs of its local community.

During the 2024–2025 school year, GEE Compass Academy serves a close-knit student body of 132 learners, comprised of 83 female and 49 male students. The student population includes 104 White, 20 Asian, 7 Black, and 1 multiracial student. To support academic achievement and school operations, the district employs a total staff footprint of 26.8 full-time equivalent (FTE) positions. This instructional ecosystem features 11.2 FTE classroom teachers, 1.5 FTE instructional aides, and 14.1 FTE support staff, ensuring students benefit from small learning cohorts and dedicated support services.