Serving 249 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 17:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 249 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:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Detroit Community Schools High School's student population of 249 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
249 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
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 0.02, 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
#2800 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
99%
18%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
6%
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 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%.
How many students attend Detroit Community Schools High School?
249 students attend Detroit Community Schools High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Detroit Community Schools High School students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
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 17:1.
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 School District.
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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