School Overview
Muskegon Heights Academy, located at 2441 Sanford St. in Muskegon, Michigan, serves as the primary educational hub for the Muskegon Heights Public School Academy System. Following a significant transition in the district’s operational model, the school operates as a public school academy managed by a board of directors, with the goal of revitalizing academic standards and fostering student success within the local community. The academy serves a diverse student population, emphasizing a commitment to college and career readiness through a structured curriculum and supportive learning environment.

The school is deeply integrated into the "Tiger" pride culture, which remains a cornerstone of the Muskegon Heights community identity. Beyond core academics, the academy focuses on character development, student engagement, and building partnerships with families to overcome socioeconomic challenges. By leveraging its resources and community support, Muskegon Heights Academy strives to provide its students with the foundational skills necessary to thrive in high school and beyond, aiming to serve as a cornerstone for growth and academic achievement for the youth of Muskegon Heights.
253
Total Students
15.6
Full-Time Teachers
16.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
91.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Muskegon Heights Academy
Demographic Student Count
White16
Hispanic9
Black225
Two or More2
Pacific Islander1
  • Black
    225 (88.9%)
  • White
    16 (6.3%)
  • Hispanic
    9 (3.6%)
  • Two or More
    2 (0.8%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Muskegon Heights Public School Academy System
Phone: (231)830-3700
Website: http://www.mhtigers.org/schools/muskegon-heights-academy/
Grade Range: 6th - 12th
Total Students: 253
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 15.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 229
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 2
Grades Taught
Grade 6 22
Grade 7 26
Grade 8 39
Grade 9 52
Grade 10 38
Grade 11 34
Grade 12 42

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Muskegon Heights Academy
Grade Student Count
Grade 622
Grade 726
Grade 839
Grade 952
Grade 1038
Grade 1134
Grade 1242
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Muskegon Heights Academy
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female12549.4%
Male12850.6%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)