Serving 901 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Detroit Edison Public School Academy 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 19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 901 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Detroit Edison Public School Academy's student population of 901 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
901 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence in Education
School Rankings
Detroit Edison Public School Academy 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 Detroit Edison Public School Academy is 0.08, 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
#2144 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
96%
18%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Detroit Edison Public School Academy's ranking?
Detroit Edison Public School Academy is ranked #2144 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Detroit Edison Public School Academy often compared to?
Detroit Edison Public School Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Edward Duke Ellington At Beckham by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Detroit Edison Public School Academy?
901 students attend Detroit Edison Public School Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Detroit Edison Public School Academy students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Detroit Edison Public School Academy?
Detroit Edison Public School Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Detroit Edison Public School Academy offer ?
Detroit Edison Public School Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Detroit Edison Public School Academy part of?
Detroit Edison Public School Academy is part of Detroit Edison Public School Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Detroit Edison Public School Academy located?
Detroit Edison Public School Academy is located in the Eastern Market neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Eastern Market.
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