American Montessori Academy Upper Elementary
Charter School
289 Students
Middle School 2nd - 8th
School Overview
American Montessori Academy (AMA) in Redford, Michigan, is a tuition-free public school charter that offers a specialized educational approach based on the Montessori philosophy. The Upper Elementary program is specifically designed to meet the unique developmental needs of students in grades 4 through 6. By fostering an environment that encourages self-directed learning, the academy empowers students to explore their interests through hands-on materials and individualized lesson plans, bridging the gap between foundational elementary education and middle school preparation.
The school emphasizes a "whole child" approach, focusing not only on academic achievement in core subjects like mathematics, language arts, and social studies but also on social-emotional growth, independence, and critical thinking. The classroom environments are carefully prepared to facilitate collaborative work and community building, allowing students to develop a strong sense of personal responsibility. Through its adherence to authentic Montessori principles, American Montessori Academy strives to cultivate curious, lifelong learners who are well-equipped for future academic success.
The school emphasizes a "whole child" approach, focusing not only on academic achievement in core subjects like mathematics, language arts, and social studies but also on social-emotional growth, independence, and critical thinking. The classroom environments are carefully prepared to facilitate collaborative work and community building, allowing students to develop a strong sense of personal responsibility. Through its adherence to authentic Montessori principles, American Montessori Academy strives to cultivate curious, lifelong learners who are well-equipped for future academic success.
289
Total Students
17.4
Full-Time Teachers
16.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
60.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 73 |
| Hispanic | 28 |
| Black | 168 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More | 12 |
| American Indian | 5 |
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Black168 (58.1%)
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White73 (25.3%)
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Hispanic28 (9.7%)
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Two or More12 (4.2%)
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American Indian5 (1.7%)
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Asian3 (1.0%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | American Montessori Academy |
| Phone: | (313)533-0000 |
| Website: | http://www.americanmontessori.net |
| Grade Range: | 2nd - 8th |
| Total Students: | 289 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 17.4 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 161 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 15 |
Grades Taught
Grade 2
45
Grade 3
47
Grade 4
48
Grade 5
38
Grade 6
42
Grade 7
32
Grade 8
37
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 2 | 45 |
| Grade 3 | 47 |
| Grade 4 | 48 |
| Grade 5 | 38 |
| Grade 6 | 42 |
| Grade 7 | 32 |
| Grade 8 | 37 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 150 | 51.9% |
| Male | 139 | 48.1% |
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