Serving 1,840 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Dpscd Virtual School 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 5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 43:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,840 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 43:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dpscd Virtual School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dpscd Virtual School's student population of 1,840 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,840 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dpscd Virtual School 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 Dpscd Virtual School is 0.19, 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
#2893 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
43:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
90%
18%
White
2%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dpscd Virtual School's ranking?
Dpscd Virtual School is ranked #2893 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dpscd Virtual School?
The graduation rate of Dpscd Virtual School is 60-69%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Dpscd Virtual School?
1,840 students attend Dpscd Virtual School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Dpscd Virtual School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dpscd Virtual School?
Dpscd Virtual School has a student ration of 43:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dpscd Virtual School offer ?
Dpscd Virtual School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Dpscd Virtual School part of?
Dpscd Virtual School is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Dpscd Virtual School located?
Dpscd Virtual School is located in the Grand River St Marys neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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