Muslim American Youth Academy

Muslim American Youth Academy is a private Islamic school serving the Greater Metropolitan Detroit Area.
MAYA is enriched in a student population that is diverse ethnically and culturally.
We are currently enrolling students in pre-kindergarten through eighth grade.
MAYA is a nationally accredited elementary and middle school consisting of a qualified staff with a broad range of teaching experience, special endorsements and a strong commitment toward children`s education.
The mission of Muslim American Youth Academy (MAYA) is to provide its students with a quality education within the boundaries of a sound and wholesome Islamic environment. The Academy is committed to providing an atmosphere conducive to learning and growth to the student`s fullest potential through the integration of various aspects of the child`s academic, physical, social, emotional and spiritual development.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked MI School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 273 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,000
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Muslim American Youth Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:

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Attribute

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1997

Student Body

Total Students
273 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Muslim American Youth Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
222 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
1:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
52%
Average Class Size
16 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Please visit website for uniform code.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Admissions Director
Zeinab Hamade

Sports

Total Sports Offered
2 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Student Council
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Muslim American Youth Academy cost?
Muslim American Youth Academy's tuition is approximately $7,000 for private students.
What sports does Muslim American Youth Academy offer?
Muslim American Youth Academy offers 2 interscholastic sports: Basketball and Soccer.
What is Muslim American Youth Academy's ranking?
Muslim American Youth Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Muslim American Youth Academy?
The application deadline for Muslim American Youth Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked MI School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 273 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,000
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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