Detroit International Academy for Young Women is a PK-12 school in Detroit, Michigan. It is Michigan's sole public girls' school, located in the former Northern High School. The school mascot is The Pink Panther.
Serving 248 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Detroit International Academy For Young Women 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Detroit International Academy For Young Women's student population of 248 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
248 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Motto
When She Rises. We All Rise.
School Rankings
Detroit International Academy For Young Women 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 International Academy For Young Women is 0.67, which is more 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
#2878 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
28%
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
40%
18%
White
31%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Detroit International Academy For Young Women's ranking?
Detroit International Academy For Young Women is ranked #2878 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Detroit International Academy For Young Women?
The graduation rate of Detroit International Academy For Young Women is 80%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Detroit International Academy For Young Women?
248 students attend Detroit International Academy For Young Women.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Detroit International Academy For Young Women students are Black, 31% of students are White, 28% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Detroit International Academy For Young Women?
Detroit International Academy For Young Women has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Detroit International Academy For Young Women offer ?
Detroit International Academy For Young Women offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Detroit International Academy For Young Women part of?
Detroit International Academy For Young Women is part of Detroit Public Schools Community.
In what neighborhood is Detroit International Academy For Young Women located?
Detroit International Academy For Young Women is located in the Buffalo Charles neighborhood of Hamtramck, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Buffalo Charles.
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