Serving 366 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Detroit Community Schools Elementary 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 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 366 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Detroit Community Schools Elementary School's student population of 366 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 69% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
366 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Detroit Community Schools Elementary School 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 Community Schools Elementary School is 0.00, 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
#2980 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
100%
18%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Detroit Community Schools Elementary School's ranking?
Detroit Community Schools Elementary School is ranked #2980 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Detroit Community Schools Elementary School often compared to?
Detroit Community Schools Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cooke Stem Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Detroit Community Schools Elementary School?
366 students attend Detroit Community Schools Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Detroit Community Schools Elementary School students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Detroit Community Schools Elementary School?
Detroit Community Schools Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Detroit Community Schools Elementary School offer ?
Detroit Community Schools Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Detroit Community Schools Elementary School part of?
Detroit Community Schools Elementary School is part of Detroit Community Schools.
In what neighborhood is Detroit Community Schools Elementary School located?
Detroit Community Schools Elementary School is located in the Brightmoor neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 2 other public schools located in Brightmoor.
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