Serving 719 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Detroit Merit Charter 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 30% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 719 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Detroit Merit Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Detroit Merit Charter Academy's student population of 719 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
719 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Rankings
Detroit Merit Charter 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 Merit Charter Academy 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
#2308 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
90%
18%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Detroit Merit Charter Academy's ranking?
Detroit Merit Charter Academy is ranked #2308 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Detroit Merit Charter Academy?
719 students attend Detroit Merit Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Detroit Merit Charter Academy students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Detroit Merit Charter Academy?
Detroit Merit Charter Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Detroit Merit Charter Academy offer ?
Detroit Merit Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Detroit Merit Charter Academy part of?
Detroit Merit Charter Academy is part of Detroit Merit Charter Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Detroit Merit Charter Academy located?
Detroit Merit Charter Academy is located in the Riverbend neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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