Serving 855 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Detroit Edison Public School 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 12% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 855 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Detroit Edison Public School Academy's student population of 855 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
855 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Detroit Edison Public School Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Detroit Edison Public School Academy is 0.08, 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
#2216 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
96%
18%
White
1%
63%
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
76%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
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 Edison Public School Academy's ranking?
Detroit Edison Public School Academy is ranked #2216 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Detroit Edison Public School Academy often compared to?
Detroit Edison Public School Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Edward Duke Ellington At Beckham by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Detroit Edison Public School Academy?
855 students attend Detroit Edison Public School Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Detroit Edison Public School Academy students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Detroit Edison Public School Academy?
Detroit Edison Public School Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Detroit Edison Public School Academy offer ?
Detroit Edison Public School Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Detroit Edison Public School Academy part of?
Detroit Edison Public School Academy is part of Detroit Edison Public School Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Detroit Edison Public School Academy located?
Detroit Edison Public School Academy is located in the Eastern Market neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Eastern Market.
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