Branch Line School

www.branchlineschool.org

Charter School 141 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 8th

School Overview

Branch Line School, located in Livonia, Michigan, is a tuition-free public charter school that distinguishes itself through a project-based learning (PBL) curriculum. Unlike traditional educational models, the school emphasizes a student-centered approach where children engage in hands-on, interdisciplinary projects that connect academic concepts to real-world applications. This method is designed to foster critical thinking, collaboration, and a genuine curiosity for learning, encouraging students to take an active role in their educational journey rather than relying solely on rote memorization.

Beyond its academic structure, Branch Line School places a strong emphasis on building a supportive and inclusive community. By keeping class sizes manageable and fostering a culture of mutual respect, the school aims to cultivate the "whole child," focusing on social-emotional development alongside intellectual growth. The school is known for its partnership with parents and the local community, creating a collaborative environment where students are empowered to become innovative, reflective, and responsible citizens.

141

Total Students

7.2

Full-Time Teachers

19.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

48.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Branch Line School
Demographic	Student Count
White	94
Hispanic	12
Black	21
Asian	2
Two or More	10
American Indian	2

White
94 (66.7%)
Black
21 (14.9%)
Hispanic
12 (8.5%)
Two or More
10 (7.1%)
Asian
2 (1.4%)
American Indian
2 (1.4%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Charter School
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Branch Line School
Phone:	(734)335-0663
Website:	http://www.branchlineschool.org
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 8th
Total Students:	141
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	7.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	19.6
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	65
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	4

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 12

Grade 1 17

Grade 2 12

Grade 3 22

Grade 4 14

Grade 5 20

Grade 6 18

Grade 7 12

Grade 8 14