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Best Elementary Schools in Detroit, Michigan

Compare 22 elementary schools in Detroit. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

22
Elementary Schools
Public & Charter Schools
81,801
Total Students
Across Detroit
19.6:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
22 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

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Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)0 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)1 Schools
Larger Class Size (>20:1)1 Schools
💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

  • ✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
  • ✓Largest student enrollment is 520 students at Adamsyoung Building.
  • ✓Best student-teacher ratio is 16:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

About Elementary Schools in Detroit

Detroit, Michigan offers 22 elementary schools providing quality education for young students. These schools focus on foundational learning, with strong emphasis on reading, writing, mathematics, and critical thinking skills development.

Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary

charter schoolelementaryK-K2
8126 W Vernor Hwy, Detroit, MI 48209
0
Rating
Students
465
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Adamsyoung Building

charter schoolelementaryK-5
13130 Grove St, Detroit, MI 48235
0
Rating
Students
520
Student-Teacher
65:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many elementary schools are in Detroit, Michigan?

There are several elementary schools in Detroit, serving thousands of young students with focus on foundational education and early childhood development.

What is the best elementary school in Detroit?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Detroit include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Detroit?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Detroit is 19.6:1.