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The Grosse Pointe Academy

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The Grosse Pointe Academy Photo #1 - At GPA, each student can thrive in an environment where they are nurtured, challenged, and inspired to become builders of the future.
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The Grosse Pointe Academy Photo #1 - At GPA, each student can thrive in an environment where they are nurtured, challenged, and inspired to become builders of the future.
The Grosse Pointe Academy Photo #2 - The Grosse Pointe Academy is a historic, independent day school for students ages 2.5 Yrs through Grade 8.
The Grosse Pointe Academy Photo #3 - GPA's Early School students (Pre-K to Kindergarten) learns about Practical Life where they perform tasks like washing, pouring, and cutting.
The Grosse Pointe Academy Photo #4 - At GPA, each student can thrive in an environment where they are nurtured, challenged, and inspired to become builders of the future.
The Grosse Pointe Academy Photo #5 - GPA's small class sizes with an average of 15 students per class ensures that every student is known and supported.
The Grosse Pointe Academy Photo #6 - Grade 8 students participate in several projects during the year, including The Amazing Shake and Grade 8 Capstone Project.
The Grosse Pointe Academy Photo #7 - Lower School students (Grades 1-4) in our Main School Lower Quad where our Dog Pound student-run store is located.
The Grosse Pointe Academy Photo #8 - Founded in 1969, GPA is the longest-running Montessori program in Michigan.
The Grosse Pointe Academy Photo #9 - GPA's Middle School students become more engaged, active, and self-advocating learners that will prepare them for high school and college.
The Grosse Pointe Academy Photo #10 - GPA's Middle School have core and advanced subject areas including Language Arts, Math, Science, and World Language.
The Grosse Pointe Academy Photo #11 - Middle School students have several elective options including Farm to Table, Financial Literacy, Multimedia, Performing Arts, and STEM.
The Grosse Pointe Academy Photo #12 - Middle School students have several extracurricular options including the National Junior Honor Society, Student Council, Sports and more.
The Grosse Pointe Academy Photo #13 - The Amazing Shake is a competition that places an emphasis on teaching students manners, discipline, respect, and professional conduct.
The Grosse Pointe Academy Photo #14 - All Middle School students participate in the Amazing Shake competition through multiple rounds of real-life scenarios.
The Grosse Pointe Academy Photo #15 - The Gauntlet is an Amazing Shake competition round where students go through 20 real-life scenarios like providing a weather report.
The Grosse Pointe Academy Photo #16 - Lower School students (Grades 1-4) in our Main School grounds.
The Grosse Pointe Academy Photo #17 - Middle School students (Grades 5-8) in the "The Nuns Walk" - an homage to our founding in 1885 by the Society of the Sacred Heart.
The Grosse Pointe Academy Photo #18 - The Grosse Pointe Academy is situated on a historic 20-acre campus overlooking Lake St. Clair with century-old architecture.
The Grosse Pointe Academy Photo #19 - The Grosse Pointe Academy openly welcomes students and families of all faiths and backgrounds.
The Grosse Pointe Academy Photo #20 - GPA's Fisher Library introduces students as early as Kindergarten all the way to Grade 8 as part of our Library and Media Literacy programs.
The Grosse Pointe Academy Photo #21 - GPA's Middle School sports include volleyball, basketball, lacrosse, tennis, cross-country, frisbee golf, pickleball, yoga, and more.
The Grosse Pointe Academy Photo #22 - GPA's STEM curriculum includes a Future City Design Competition, Crime Scene Investigation, Coding, Robotics, and 3-D Design & Printing.
The Grosse Pointe Academy Photo #23 - GPA's Middle School students utilize our Cotton Cooking Classroom for the Farm-to-Table elective where they learn about organic cooking.
The Grosse Pointe Academy Photo #24 - GPA's purpose-built campus support our students as they discover their passions through project-based and experiential learning models.
The Grosse Pointe Academy Photo #25 - GPA's sports facilities includes tennis/pickleball, basketball, and volleyball courts as well as lacrosse, soccer, and cross-country fields.
The Grosse Pointe Academy is a historic, independent day school in Grosse Pointe Farms, Michigan.
We offer students aged 2.5 through Grade 8 an educational experience that nurtures each student to seek knowledge, challenges students academically and inspires students to create their future.
The Academy curriculum prepares confident lifelong learners in a joyful and challenging learning environment, encouraging intellectual curiosity, empathy, leadership, independence, global citizenship, active listening, critical thinking and effective communication.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked MI School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 232 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $30,000
  • Acceptance rate: 25%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

The Grosse Pointe Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1969
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
Campus Size
20

Student Body

Total Students
232 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade
The Grosse Pointe Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
70%
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Seasonal School Uniform

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies per grade level. Scholarships and Tuition Assistance available for Grades 1 to 8.
Summer Program Cost Notes
Summer programs vary per session. Please check our website in the spring for details.
Acceptance Rate
25%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Ann Hawkins
Application URL
Endowment Size
$20 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered
5 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts & Crafts Club, Chess Club, Dance Fitness Club, Jr. Chef's class, Yoga and Meditation

School Notes

  • School Motto: To Nurture... To Challenge... To Inspire...
  • School Mascot: Wildcats
The Academy advantages include:
  • Certified Montessori Early School for ages 2.5 to 5
  • Lower and Middle Schools Grades 1 to 8
  • Small class size with individualized instruction
  • Advanced curriculum and enrichment
  • 20-acre campus with lakeside setting
  • Recently renovated school building with state-of-the-art greenhouse, STEM lab, computer lab and fieldhouse
  • Scholarships and tuition assistance program
  • World language offerings
  • Christian Life program and Monday morning Chapel assemblies
  • Leadership and community service opportunities integrated into the curriculum
  • Recognition of academic achievements for Middle School students through academic awards assembly and National Junior Honor Society induction ceremony
  • Geographic, ethnic, religious and socioeconomic diversity
  • Interscholastic athletics beginning at Grade 5 including cross country, volleyball, tennis, basketball and lacrosse
  • Outdoor learning adventures and educational trips
  • After school enrichment program
  • Before and After Care programs
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Grosse Pointe Academy cost?
The Grosse Pointe Academy's tuition is approximately $30,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of The Grosse Pointe Academy?
The acceptance rate of The Grosse Pointe Academy is 25%, which is lower than the national average of 88%. The Grosse Pointe Academy's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Michigan with low acceptance rates.
Does The Grosse Pointe Academy offer a summer program?
Yes, The Grosse Pointe Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does The Grosse Pointe Academy offer?
The Grosse Pointe Academy offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Lacrosse, Tennis and Volleyball.
What is The Grosse Pointe Academy's ranking?
The Grosse Pointe Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Lowest average acceptance rates.
When is the application deadline for The Grosse Pointe Academy?
The application deadline for The Grosse Pointe Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (3 reviews)
5  
There could not be a better educational experience in the Grosse Pointe area. The Educators and the Administration at Grosse Pointe Academy have proven to be excellent stewards of our children's education. At every step, they have been supportive, encouraging, challenging, and proved they have a superior approach to the educational experience for kids. There is no question our kids are getting the best education, the most attention, and learning true values and skills that make all the difference in today's world. We are forever grateful to all who call GPA home, and those who have helped mold our children into the growing leaders they are today.
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5  
We've been a GPA family for 3 years and I think the quality of the education is fantastic. They set standards for the kids and hold them accountable which prepares them for their future. We are very happy with our decision.
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5  
As the Director of Development, The Grosse Pointe Academy is a wonderful place to work, both because of the beautiful campus and my colleagues. Prior to my role here, I was a parent for 14 years and couldn't have asked for a better educational experience for my two sons. The academics were challenging and the quantity of art, athletics, and extracurricular offerings were what set it apart from other schools, not to mention the Montessori Early School which was the reason we came.
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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked MI School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 232 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $30,000
  • Acceptance rate: 25%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Wayne County, MI is $9,336 for elementary schools and $12,704 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Wayne County, MI is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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