Eaton Academy

Eaton Academy

Charter Elementary School | Grade K-8
21450 Universal Ave,  Eastpointe, MI
2.6
1.9
315 Students
D+
Niche Grade
Eastpointe's students and families are fortunate to have access to a wide range of educational possibilities, including private, public, and charter school options. Pre-K–8 students attend Eaton Academy, a charter school in the Eastpointe neighborhood of Detroit Metro that thrives on its goal of educating kids for the future. Eaton Academy uses a community-based approach to learning that integrates critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, data-driven training, and highly skilled teachers. This method gives each of the school’s 375 enrollees plenty of opportunities for self-expression and interesting extracurricular activities. Small class groups, extended hours, and free transportation allow families to learn and develop in a comfortable, warm environment. Eaton Academy's aim is to support and encourage educators, families, the community, and corporate partners to contribute to kids' education by using technology, academic abilities, and creativity in a way that leads to lifelong learning or continuing education. The school recognizes that every child learns differently, and every staff member has a responsibility to assist children in locating what works. The institution is altering how its students view education and their futures as a result.

School Details

Head of School
Mrs. Maria E. (kenis) Wallevand
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Math Proficiency
5%
Reading Proficiency
12%
Average GPA
3.49

Niche Grade

C-
Academics
B
Teachers
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.49
Reading Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
5%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
25
Full Time Teachers
25
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
388:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.6%
Female
49.4%
Black
99.7%
Two or more races
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
2.6 13 Reviews
3.0 NicheUser
3/3/2015
There is not much of a choice it is whatever is being served that day.
1.0 NicheUser
3/3/2015
They do not offer the state required courses like foreign language. The students there not receiving the instruction that they deserve.
4.0 NicheUser
7/31/2013
The staff is great they are always there to you help you. The teachers go above and beyond to make sure you are understanding the topic they are talking about.
GreatSchools Reviews
1.9 9 Reviews
5.0 teacher
9/7/2023
I have been working with Eaton Academy for two years, and the leadership has a clear mission for education and social-emotional betterment of scholars. It is the best school I have worked with, and it focuses first and foremost on students.
1.0 parent
12/13/2020
This school taught me nothing at all.
1.0 parent
5/6/2019
My experience this year at this school has been horrible. My children have been attending this school since they were in kindergarten. I am a three vet at this school and each year there has been a new principal as well as new staff every year. I do not like this school anymore.
1.0 teacher
7/4/2017
The dyanamics, culture and school enviornement is just inconsistent and toxic. I strongly disagree with the students being below level and have serious issues as the problem. The problem is the enabling of "bad behavior and bad choices" on the school's part. That's why students react to it in the wa...

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Eaton Academy is a charter school for students in grades K-8 located at 21450 Universal Ave in Eastpointe, in the Eastpointe neighborhood. The school has a total enrollment of 315 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 5% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 12% are proficient in reading. Eaton Academy has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of D+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.49. The average home value in this area is $167,520. Discover additional schools in the area, like Chandler Park Academy High School, Capstone Academy North-St. Jude's, Center Line Preparatory Academy, and more. Learn more about what Eastpointe has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Eaton Academy.

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