Serving 694 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 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 694 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- 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
School Overview
Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences's student population of 694 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 164% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
694 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
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 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2915 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
99%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)66.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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 Daly School, Wayne Elementary 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?
694 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 Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences?
Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
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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