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Welcome to Legacy Charter Academy - Elevating Education, Building Character™

Legacy Charter Academy is a tuition-free public charter school in Detroit serving students in grades K-8. We shape instruction to build on the strengths and abilities of each student and integrate Moral Focus™ lessons into every school day. As a result, our students are well-prepared from kindergarten through eighth grade. A Stanford University study found National Heritage Academies partner-school students gained the equivalent of 3.5 months of additional learning each year compared to peers.

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Get Ready! Enrollment Updates Coming by March 9

New families can expect to find out if their child has been accepted by Monday, March 9.

Thank you for choosing a school that values academic growth, strong character, and partnership with parents.

Interested in applying for the 2026-27 school year? Apply here today!

Our Academic Success by the Numbers

10 years

Student Responsibility

Legacy Charter Academy has outperformed the local district for the past 10 years.

#1

Top-Ranked Performance

We are ranked the top school in the area based on academic performance.

87%

Moral Focus™ Impact

87% of Legacy Charter Academy parents see a positive impact from NHA's Moral Focus™ program.

Meet Your Principal

"I chose education as a career because I believe that education is your pipeline out of your environment. It is rewarding to see past students reaching heights beyond their thoughts."

- Nate Tomlinson, Principal at Legacy

Meet Your Principal

Why Families Trust Legacy Charter Academy

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Academic Excellence

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Moral Focus™

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Student Responsibility

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Parent Partnership

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Family & Student Support

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NHA Schools: From Kindergarten to Graduation

Give your child the advantage of a full K-12 experience with Legacy Charter Academy and Center Line Preparatory Academy.

At Legacy, students thrive in a supportive environment that prioritizes academic growth and character development. When it’s time for high school, Center Line Prep continues that momentum—offering rigorous, college-prep academics and personalized guidance to prepare students for what’s next.

Learn About Our Pathway to High School

At a Glance

K-8

Grades

742

Amazing Students

2010

Year Opened

Legacy Parent

Thank you for making my son feel secure in his education and giving him something to look forward to when he comes to school. I love the methods that are used in the classroom. He loves learning now!

More Information

There are a lot of factors in deciding where your child will go to school and we want to help. Use our live chat or leave your information and we will be in touch.

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Tour the School

Schedule a school tour and learn more about our personalized teaching, Moral Focus program, after-school activities, clubs, sports, and more.

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Apply Today

Apply online, in person, or over the phone and don’t hesitate to ask us questions along the way! We are here for you.

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