Serving 176 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Dpscd Virtual School 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dpscd Virtual School's student population of 176 students has declined by 90% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 53% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
176 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Dpscd Virtual School 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 Dpscd Virtual School is 0.19, which is less 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
#2796 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
90%
18%
White
3%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.3%
33.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
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 Dpscd Virtual School's ranking?
Dpscd Virtual School is ranked #2796 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dpscd Virtual School?
The graduation rate of Dpscd Virtual School is 60-69%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Dpscd Virtual School?
176 students attend Dpscd Virtual School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Dpscd Virtual School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dpscd Virtual School?
Dpscd Virtual School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Dpscd Virtual School offer ?
Dpscd Virtual School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Dpscd Virtual School part of?
Dpscd Virtual School is part of Detroit Public Schools Community.
In what neighborhood is Dpscd Virtual School located?
Dpscd Virtual School is located in the Grand River St Marys neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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