Serving 477 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Dove Academy Of Detroit 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 3% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (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.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dove Academy Of Detroit ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dove Academy Of Detroit's student population of 477 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
477 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dove Academy Of Detroit 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 Dove Academy Of Detroit is 0.00, 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
#3045 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
100%
18%
White
n/a
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
88%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dove Academy Of Detroit's ranking?
Dove Academy Of Detroit is ranked #3045 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Dove Academy Of Detroit often compared to?
Dove Academy Of Detroitis often viewed alongside schools like Legacy Charter Academy, Marvin L Winans Academy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Dove Academy Of Detroit?
477 students attend Dove Academy Of Detroit.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Dove Academy Of Detroit students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dove Academy Of Detroit?
Dove Academy Of Detroit has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dove Academy Of Detroit offer ?
Dove Academy Of Detroit offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dove Academy Of Detroit part of?
Dove Academy Of Detroit is part of Dove Academy Of Detroit School District.
In what neighborhood is Dove Academy Of Detroit located?
Dove Academy Of Detroit is located in the Farwell neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Farwell.
School Reviews
1 3/30/2020
Dove Academy is the worst school ever. They don't care about the kids, they don't care about what's going on. Only 2 teachers I like is Ms. Allan and Ms. Wotton, they care about the kids and how they do in their work.
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