Serving 24 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Downriver Digital Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Downriver Digital Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Downriver Digital Academy's student population of 24 students has grown by 200% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
24 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Downriver Digital Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Downriver Digital Academy is 0.55, 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
#812 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
21%
9%
Black
63%
18%
White
12%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)<50%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Downriver Digital Academy's ranking?
Downriver Digital Academy is ranked #812 out of 3,069 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 34% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Downriver Digital Academy?
The graduation rate of Downriver Digital Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 85%.
How many students attend Downriver Digital Academy?
24 students attend Downriver Digital Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Downriver Digital Academy students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Downriver Digital Academy?
Downriver Digital Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Downriver Digital Academy offer ?
Downriver Digital Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Downriver Digital Academy part of?
Downriver Digital Academy is part of Ecorse School District.
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