Serving 91 students in grades 6-8, Detroit Lions 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% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 91 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Detroit Lions Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Detroit Lions Academy's student population of 91 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
91 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Detroit Lions Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Detroit Lions Academy is 0.04, 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
#2734 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
98%
18%
White
n/a
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Detroit Lions Academy's ranking?
Detroit Lions Academy is ranked #2734 out of 2,925 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Detroit Lions Academy?
91 students attend Detroit Lions Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Detroit Lions Academy students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Detroit Lions Academy?
Detroit Lions Academy has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Detroit Lions Academy offer ?
Detroit Lions Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Detroit Lions Academy part of?
Detroit Lions Academy is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Detroit Lions Academy located?
Detroit Lions Academy is located in the West End neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 2 other public schools located in West End.
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