The Detroit School of Arts, originally known as the Detroit High School for the Fine and Performing Arts, is a public, magnet high school located in Midtown Detroit, Michigan. The Detroit School of Arts is a part of the Detroit Public Schools district.
Serving 523 students in grades 9-12, Detroit School Of Arts 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 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 523 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Detroit School Of Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Detroit School Of Arts's student population of 523 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
523 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1992
Colors
White, Blue
School Rankings
Detroit School Of Arts 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 School Of Arts is 0.13, 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
#2729 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
93%
18%
White
3%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Detroit Public Schools Community
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Achievers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Detroit School Of Arts's ranking?
Detroit School Of Arts is ranked #2729 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Detroit School Of Arts often compared to?
Detroit School Of Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Cambridge Alternative High School, Crestwood High School, Cass Technical High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Detroit School Of Arts?
The graduation rate of Detroit School Of Arts is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Detroit School Of Arts?
523 students attend Detroit School Of Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Detroit School Of Arts students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Detroit School Of Arts?
Detroit School Of Arts has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Detroit School Of Arts offer ?
Detroit School Of Arts offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Detroit School Of Arts part of?
Detroit School Of Arts is part of Detroit Public Schools Community.
In what neighborhood is Detroit School Of Arts located?
Detroit School Of Arts is located in the Cass Corridor neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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