Serving 874 students in grades 4-12, Academy Of The Americas High School 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 8% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 874 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Academy Of The Americas High School's student population of 874 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 70% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
874 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Academy Of The Americas High School 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 Academy Of The Americas High School is 0.06, 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
#2742 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
97%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
1%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academy Of The Americas High School's ranking?
Academy Of The Americas High School is ranked #2742 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Academy Of The Americas High School?
The graduation rate of Academy Of The Americas High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Academy Of The Americas High School?
874 students attend Academy Of The Americas High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Academy Of The Americas High School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Academy Of The Americas High School?
Academy Of The Americas High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Academy Of The Americas High School offer ?
Academy Of The Americas High School offers enrollment in grades 4-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Academy Of The Americas High School part of?
Academy Of The Americas High School is part of Detroit Public Schools Community.
In what neighborhood is Academy Of The Americas High School located?
Academy Of The Americas High School is located in the Central Southwest neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 6 other public schools located in Central Southwest.
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