Serving 394 students in grades 6-12, Detroit Lions 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 was <50% (which was higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 was lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Top Rankings
Detroit Lions Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
394 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
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%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
98%
18%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-54%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
50%
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 Lions Academy's ranking?
Detroit Lions 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 Detroit Lions Academy?
The graduation rate of Detroit Lions Academy is 50-54%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Detroit Lions Academy?
394 students attend Detroit Lions Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Detroit Lions Academy students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Detroit Lions Academy?
Detroit Lions Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Detroit Lions Academy offer ?
Detroit Lions Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Detroit Lions Academy part of?
Detroit Lions Academy is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Detroit Lions Academy located?
Detroit Lions Academy is located in the Chadsey Condon neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 5 other public schools located in Chadsey Condon.
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