Serving 298 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Detroit Community Schools Elementary 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Detroit Community Schools Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Detroit Community Schools Elementary School's student population of 298 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
298 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Detroit Community Schools Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Detroit Community Schools Elementary School is 0.00, 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
#3016 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
100%
18%
White
n/a
63%
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
96%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Detroit Community Schools Elementary School's ranking?
Detroit Community Schools Elementary School is ranked #3016 out of 3,069 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 34% MI state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Detroit Community Schools Elementary School?
298 students attend Detroit Community Schools Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Detroit Community Schools Elementary School students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Detroit Community Schools Elementary School?
Detroit Community Schools Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Detroit Community Schools Elementary School offer ?
Detroit Community Schools Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Detroit Community Schools Elementary School part of?
Detroit Community Schools Elementary School is part of Detroit Community Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Detroit Community Schools Elementary School located?
Detroit Community Schools Elementary School is located in the Brightmoor neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 2 other public schools located in Brightmoor.
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