Serving 706 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Detroit Premier 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 13% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 706 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Detroit Premier Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Detroit Premier Academy's student population of 706 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
706 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Detroit Premier 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 Premier Academy is 0.27, 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
#2527 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
85%
18%
White
2%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Detroit Premier Academy's ranking?
Detroit Premier Academy is ranked #2527 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?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Detroit Premier Academy?
706 students attend Detroit Premier Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Detroit Premier Academy students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Detroit Premier Academy?
Detroit Premier Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Detroit Premier Academy offer ?
Detroit Premier Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Detroit Premier Academy part of?
Detroit Premier Academy is part of Detroit Premier Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Detroit Premier Academy located?
Detroit Premier Academy is located in the Warren Ave Community neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Warren Ave Community.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Administration at this school plays the race card every chance that they can. The good teachers are not rewarded or treated the same way the other so-so teachers are. This does have an impact on the students as well. NHA should do a throrough audit and personnel review to shape up the way this school is being administrated. Because of this several good teachers have left to go to better positions that will treat and pay them better. As a parent I have seen this discrimination for many years and something should be done.
5 10/10/2025
I love the quality of education , teachers and staff. I use to live in Canton and would drive all the way to DPA because I loved this school that much!
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