Dove Of Detroit serves 503 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
Dove Of Detroit placed in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dove Of Detroit ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dove Of Detroit's student population of 503 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
503 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Dove Of Detroit is ranked within the top 30% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Dove Of Detroit is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#758 out of 2925 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
48%

Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
100%
18%

White
n/a
64%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
47%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dove Of Detroit's ranking?
Dove Of Detroit is ranked #758 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Dove Of Detroit?
503 students attend Dove Of Detroit.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Dove Of Detroit students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dove Of Detroit?
Dove Of Detroit has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dove Of Detroit offer ?
Dove Of Detroit offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dove Of Detroit part of?
Dove Of Detroit is part of Dove Academy Of Detroit School District.
School Reviews
1 3/30/2020
Dove Academy is the worst school ever. They don't care about the kids, they don't care about what's going on. Only 2 teachers I like is Ms. Allan and Ms. Wotton, they care about the kids and how they do in their work.
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