Serving 645 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences 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 7% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 645 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences's student population of 645 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 64% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
645 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 17, 2026
School Motto
Changing the world, one student at a time.
School Rankings
Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2915 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
99%
18%
White
1%
63%
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
94%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences's ranking?
Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences is ranked #2915 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences often compared to?
Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciencesis often viewed alongside schools like Wayne Elementary School, Daly School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences?
645 students attend Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences?
Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences offer ?
Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences part of?
Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences is part of Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences School District.
In what neighborhood is Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences located?
Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences is located in the Elmwood Park neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 4 other public schools located in Elmwood Park.
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