Serving 299 students in grades 9-12, Detroit Community Schools High 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 ≤10% (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 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Detroit Community Schools High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
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Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Detroit Community Schools High School's student population of 299 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
299 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Education is Power
School Rankings
Detroit Community Schools High 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 High 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
#2800 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
100%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2009–2024. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)83.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
5%
Showing 2005–2020. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
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 High School's ranking?
Detroit Community Schools High School is ranked #2800 out of 3,025 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 35% MI state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Detroit Community Schools High School?
The graduation rate of Detroit Community Schools High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Detroit Community Schools High School?
299 students attend Detroit Community Schools High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Detroit Community Schools High School students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Detroit Community Schools High School?
Detroit Community Schools High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Detroit Community Schools High School offer ?
Detroit Community Schools High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Detroit Community Schools High School part of?
Detroit Community Schools High School is part of Detroit Community Schools.
In what neighborhood is Detroit Community Schools High School located?
Detroit Community Schools High School is located in the Brightmoor neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 2 other public schools located in Brightmoor.
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