Serving 156 students in grades 6-12, Detroit Public Safety 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Detroit Public Safety Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Detroit Public Safety Academy's student population of 156 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
156 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our Mission Detroit Public Safety Academy, in partnership with our community, will provide a safe, innovative and nurturing environment where students are valued and treated with dignity and respect.
School Rankings
Detroit Public Safety 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 Public Safety Academy is 0.02, 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
#2800 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
99%
18%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Detroit Public Safety Academy's ranking?
Detroit Public Safety Academy is ranked #2800 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Detroit Public Safety Academy?
The graduation rate of Detroit Public Safety Academy is 90%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Detroit Public Safety Academy?
156 students attend Detroit Public Safety Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Detroit Public Safety Academy students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Detroit Public Safety Academy?
Detroit Public Safety Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Detroit Public Safety Academy offer ?
Detroit Public Safety Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Detroit Public Safety Academy part of?
Detroit Public Safety Academy is part of Detroit Public Safety Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Detroit Public Safety Academy located?
Detroit Public Safety Academy is located in the Corktown neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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