Serving 296 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Detroit Achievement Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Detroit Achievement Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Detroit Achievement Academy's student population of 296 students has grown by 79% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 72% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Detroit Achievement Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Detroit Achievement Academy is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2652 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
96%
18%
White
4%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Detroit Achievement Academy's ranking?
Detroit Achievement Academy is ranked #2652 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Detroit Achievement Academy often compared to?
Detroit Achievement Academyis often viewed alongside schools like The Dearborn Academy, Detroit Innovation Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Detroit Achievement Academy?
296 students attend Detroit Achievement Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Detroit Achievement Academy students are Black, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Detroit Achievement Academy?
Detroit Achievement Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Detroit Achievement Academy offer ?
Detroit Achievement Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Detroit Achievement Academy part of?
Detroit Achievement Academy is part of Detroit Achievement Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Detroit Achievement Academy located?
Detroit Achievement Academy is located in the College Park neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in College Park.
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