Noor International Academy

37412 DEQUINDRE RD
STERLING HEIGHTS, MI 48310

www.niapsa.org/

Charter School 186 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 6th

School Overview

Noor International Academy (NIA), located in Sterling Heights, Michigan, is a public charter school that serves students in grades K–8. The academy distinguishes itself through a rigorous academic curriculum that emphasizes core subjects such as mathematics, science, and language arts, while integrating character development and civic responsibility into the daily learning experience. By fostering a supportive and structured environment, the school aims to prepare its students to succeed in higher education and become productive, ethical members of their communities.

Beyond its academic focus, Noor International Academy places a strong emphasis on cultural inclusivity and the holistic development of the child. The school promotes a diverse learning atmosphere where students are encouraged to achieve personal excellence and develop a strong sense of identity. With a commitment to transparency and community involvement, NIA works closely with families to ensure that every student receives a well-rounded education that balances modern educational standards with traditional values.

186

Total Students

11.1

Full-Time Teachers

16.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

59.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Noor International Academy
Demographic	Student Count
White	89
Black	3
Asian	93
Two or More	1

Asian
93 (50.0%)
White
89 (47.8%)
Black
3 (1.6%)
Two or More
1 (0.5%)

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:	Noor International Academy
Phone:	(586)365-5000
Website:	http://www.niapsa.org/
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 6th
Total Students:	186
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	11.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	102
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	9

* 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 30

Grade 1 30

Grade 2 45

Grade 3 30

Grade 4 23

Grade 5 18

Grade 6 10