Since 1998, Creative Technologies Academy has served West Michigan as a competitive charter school in Cedar Springs. Dr. DeWayne Coxon and Niels Andersen, two community leaders, founded the school that was granted a charter by Ferris State University. Today, the school provides kindergarten through 12th grade education to a small, dedicated community of learners.
Small class sizes, experienced teachers and a curriculum focused on cutting-edge technology help make Creative Technologies Academy a thriving school in Cedar Springs. Students can work with school administration to receive an individualized lesson plan, which modifies the Michigan Merit Curriculum to provide instruction focused on leadership and personal strengths.
A growing list of sports and clubs provides students with athletic and artistic outlets. Creative Technologies Academy Chargers compete in middle school and varsity sports, including basketball, volleyball, soccer, cross-country and cheerleading. Students can join the National Honor Society or audition for a fall theater production. For young women in fifth through 12th grade, the Legacy Tribe group helps with self-empowerment and leadership skills. Creative Technologies Academy offers early childhood opportunities for the area’s youngest learners as part of the Great Start Readiness Program.
Creative Technologies Academy
Charter Pre-K, Elementary, Middle, High School
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Grade Pre-K-12
350 Pine St,
Cedar Springs, MI
School Details
Head of School
Mr. Daniel George
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Average SAT Score
1080
Math Proficiency
27%
Reading Proficiency
37%
Average GPA
3.45
Niche Grade
C
A
C-
B
B-
C-
C
C+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.45
Reading Proficiency
37%
Math Proficiency
27%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
22
Full Time Teachers
22
Teachers in First or Second Year
10.5%
College Prep
Average SAT
1080
Math
530
Verbal
550
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
167:1
Student Diversity
Male
56.7%
Female
43.3%
White
88.9%
Hispanic
5.3%
Two or more races
4%
Black
1.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Ferris State University
21 Students
Grand Valley State University
15 Students
Grand Rapids Community College
12 Students
Michigan State University
11 Students
Central Michigan University
10 Students
Calvin University
9 Students
Western Michigan University
8 Students
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
7 Students
Saginaw Valley State University
7 Students
Alma College
5 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing
8 Students
Business
5 Students
Marketing
4 Students
Psychology
3 Students
Computer Science
2 Students
Accounting
2 Students
Environmental Science
2 Students
Cosmetology
2 Students
Criminal Justice and Corrections
2 Students
Health Service Preparatory Studies
2 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
7/31/2020
Amazing school I really loved the small classes and how they handled Covid-19 and made sure all the students had the opportunity to finish their year off right.
4/14/2020
I really loved the environment of my school. It was a small school so you pretty much know who everyone was and it was a great place to make long lasting friends. Another great thing about my school was that it had small class sizes so I was able to get the one on one time with the teachers.
12/31/2017
A small school, with very small classroom sizes. The small class sizes are good if you need one on one time with the teacher. I graduated from their online high school program which is a GREAT option in my opinion. It allowed me to graduate early.
GreatSchools Reviews
4/18/2018
Poor experience. At first it was good but things have changed new administration and it has not been for the better. Is so sad because it has the potential to be a great school but there focus has changed and it’s definitely not on the education and we’ll being of the children
1/26/2017
I cannot express enough how wonderful CTA is. Moving my son here was the best decision I have ever made for him, I only wish I had done it sooner! Everyone is so supportive and they truly care about their students. They definitely go above and beyond! A special thanks to Mrs. Mattson, Mrs. Dulak, Mr...
10/15/2013
I am a 2013 graduate from CTA, and can't express how much that school has helped me and my future goals. The teachers were always willing to help and really wanted me to succeed. Many of them are still my good friends! The small school allowed me to participate in sports and that is an experience ev...
8/17/2013
My granddaughters all started at CTA last year. I just wanted to let you know that I am very happy with your school and how the kids like it so much too. One of the things that impressed me so much was how the teachers all seemed to know the children and where they belonged who their parents were an...
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Map
About Cedar Springs
List Price Range
$258K - $578K
Homes For Sale
9
Average Home Value
$298,156
Median Lot Size
20,473 Sq Ft
% Renters
36%
Household Income
$62,177
% of College Grads
16%
Median Age
35
Average House Size
1,797 Sq Ft
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$995 - $1,000 per month
- Meadowcreek Apartments
- 2 - 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 852+ Sq Ft
- 300 Oak St
- Cedar Springs, MI
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