American Montessori Academy Upper Elementary

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.
289
Total Students
17.4
Full-Time Teachers
16.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
60.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for American Montessori Academy Upper Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White73
Hispanic28
Black168
Asian3
Two or More12
American Indian5
  • Black
    168 (58.1%)
  • White
    73 (25.3%)
  • Hispanic
    28 (9.7%)
  • Two or More
    12 (4.2%)
  • American Indian
    5 (1.7%)
  • Asian
    3 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for American Montessori Academy Upper Elementary
Grade Student Count
Grade 245
Grade 347
Grade 448
Grade 538
Grade 642
Grade 732
Grade 837
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for American Montessori Academy Upper Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female15051.9%
Male13948.1%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)