Pembroke Academy is a tuition-free public charter school in Detroit serving students in grades Y5-8. 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 young 5s 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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You're invited to visit our school campus! Join us at Pembroke Academy to discover what makes our school unique! Enjoy an exclusive campus tour, meet our exceptional staff, and learn about our outstanding academic and moral focus programs designed to prepare your child for a lifetime of success. We look forward to showing you how we can make a lasting impact on your child's education and future!
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We offer advanced learning opportunities for top-performing students who are ready to progress beyond grade level.
New families can expect to find out if their child has been accepted by Monday, March 2.
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!
Pembroke Academy has outperformed the local district for the past 5 years.
We are ranked one of the top two schools in the area based on academic performance.
93% of Pembroke Academy parents see a positive impact from NHA's Moral Focus™ program.
"I am looking forward to working closely with both staff and families to build an educational experience that will create a positive road to success for every student that comes our way."
- Salwa Kinsey, Principal at Pembroke
Learn About Our Pathway to High SchoolGive your child the advantage of a full Y5-12 experience with Pembroke Academy and Westfield Preparatory High School.
At Pembroke, students thrive in a supportive environment that prioritizes academic growth and character development. When it’s time for high school, Westfield Prep continues that momentum—offering rigorous, college-prep academics and personalized guidance to prepare students for what’s next.
Y5-8
Grades490
Amazing Students9
Character-building Monthly Virtues2018
Year OpenedPembroke Academy was named a 2024 National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education. No stranger to accolades for student achievement, Pembroke is only the fourth city of Detroit elementary school to earn such an honor and the first since 2001. Pembroke also earned the added distinction of an Exemplary Achievement Gap Closing School. Schools that earn this recognition are ones that excel in narrowing achievement gaps between different student groups and the overall student body.Read More About the Award
Pembroke Parent
Pembroke teachers and staff always radiate positivity. They truly have made a great difference in my child’s learning experience.
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