Serving 222 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Detroit Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 222 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Detroit EL's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Detroit, TX, encompassing approximately 222.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 15.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area and the furthest edge located 22.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Detroit Elementary School's student population of 222 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
222 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of Detroit ISD is to engage students in educational experiences to develop responsible citizens with the knowledge and skills needed to achieve their goals by providing a learning environment that instills a sense of purpose and P.R.I.D.E. in
School Rankings
Detroit Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Detroit Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5643 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
12%
54%
Black
5%
13%
White
74%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Detroit Elementary School's ranking?
Detroit Elementary School is ranked #5643 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Detroit Elementary School often compared to?
Detroit Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rivercrest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Detroit Elementary School?
222 students attend Detroit Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Detroit Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Detroit Elementary School?
Detroit Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Detroit Elementary School offer ?
Detroit Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Detroit Elementary School part of?
Detroit Elementary School is part of Detroit Independent School District.
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