The Grosse Pointe Academy
Tel:
(313) 886-1221
The Grosse Pointe Academy is an independent day school, located on a 20 acre lakeside campus, offering a Montessori Early School(ages 2 1/2-5), Lower School(Grades 1-3), Intermediate School(grades 4-5) and Middle School(Grades 6-8).
Our students receive the advantage of outstanding academics enriched with a full spectrum of programs including world language studies beginning at age 3, visual and performing arts, technology, athletics, and a wide range of extracurricular activities that challenge the mind and body. Integral to our whole child approach to education is our emphasis on moral and spiritual development, and leadership and community service opportunities, all within a diverse and inclusive environment.
The Academy offers students an advantage that lasts a lifetime.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Students: 265 students
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
The Grosse Pointe Academy places among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
- Category Attribute
- Student Body Largest student body
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | American Montessori Society (AMS) National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) State or regional independent school association Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-8 |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Learning Programs Supported | Mild Learning Differences |
| Year Founded | 1969 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Summer Program Cost Notes | Summer programs vary per session. Please check our website in the spring for details. |
Student Body
| Total Students | 265 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 9% State avg.: 16% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 27 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 10:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| Average Class Size | 14 students |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition varies per grade level. Scholarships and Tuition Assistance available for 1-8. |
| % on Financial Aid | 30% |
| Admissions Director | Gray Jessiman |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 6 sports |
| Sports | Basketball, Cross Country, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis, VolleyballBasketball, Cross Country, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis, Volleyball, |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 9 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Arts & Crafts Club, Catholic Formation, Chess Club, Forensics, Homework Club, Intramurals, Jr. Chef's class, TGA Golf Arts and Music Programs: Glee Club |
School Notes
- The Academy advantages include:
- Certified Montessori Early School for ages 2 1/2 to 5
- Lower and Middle Schools Grades 1-8
- Small class size with individualized instruction
- Advanced curriculum and enrichment
- Learning specialists for advanced and emerging learners
- Recently renovated school building with media center, state-of-the-art science labs, new computer lab and third floor art loft
- Scholarships and tuition assistance program
- World language offerings (French from age 3 and Spanish from Grade 5)
- Christian Life program and Monday morning Chapel assemblies
- Array of arts offerings including creative movement, visual arts, and a variety of performance opportunities
- Daily gym classes
- Leadership and community service opportunities integrated into the curriculum
- Interscholastic athletics beginning at Grade 5 including soccer, tennis, volleyball, basketball, boys` lacrosse and cross country
- Competitive chess team
- Award-winning forensics team
- Recognition of academic achievements for Middle School students through academic awards assembly and National Junior Honor Society induction ceremony
- Outdoor learning adventures and educational trips
- Geographic, ethnic, religious and socioeconomic diversity
- 20-acre campus with lakeside setting
- Before and after school activities including intramural sports
- Before and After Care programs
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