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#1497 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 47% in state
Detroit Innovation Academy
Elementary School · Detroit Innovation Academy
18211 PLYMOUTH RD, Detroit, MI 48228
Enrollment
363
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
363
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,497 of 3,192
In Detroit
#66 of 178
public schools
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Detroit Innovation Academy
Elementary School in Detroit · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Detroit Innovation Academy
Detroit Innovation Academy is a public elementary school in Detroit, MI, part of Detroit Innovation Academy. Detroit Innovation Academy serves approximately 363 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Detroit Innovation Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,497 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Detroit Innovation Academy show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Detroit Innovation Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Detroit Innovation Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
72% of students at Detroit Innovation Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Detroit Innovation Academy — Students at Detroit Innovation Academy score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.
How Detroit Innovation Academy Compares
See how Detroit Innovation Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
18211 PLYMOUTH RD, Detroit, MI 48228
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Detroit Innovation Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dixon Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TAWHEED CENTER OF DETROIT SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Dearborn Heights), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dossin ElementaryMiddle School (rated 7.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Detroit, see our Detroit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cody High School Detroit | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| WAY Academy Chicago Site Detroit | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| KIPP Detroit Imani Academy Detroit | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| Dossin ElementaryMiddle School Detroit | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Henderson Academy Detroit | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Mann Learning Community Detroit | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| TOT TOWN CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Detroit | 1.3 mi | — |
| Detroit Premier Academy Detroit | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Warrendale Charter Academy Detroit | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Edison Elementary School Detroit | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Detroit Community Schools High School Detroit | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Detroit Community Schools Elementary Detroit | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Dixon Elementary School Detroit | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Gardner Elementary School Detroit | 2.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Carver STEM Academy Detroit | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Burns ElementaryMiddle School Detroit | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Gompers ElementaryMiddle School Detroit | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| TAWHEED CENTER OF DETROIT SCHOOL Dearborn Heights | 2.3 mi | 7.6 |
| INTERNATIONAL ISLAMIC ACADEMY Detroit | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Cooke STEM Academy Detroit | 2.7 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48228 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$31,485
Median Home Value
$55,100
Median Rent
$1,086/mo
Population
52,719
College Educated
10.8%
Homeownership
49.7%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
39.3%
Median Age
31.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alfred E Upton Elementary School Royal Oak, MI | 6.4 |
| Arnold Elementary School Michigan Center, MI | 6.4 |
| Burns ElementaryMiddle School Detroit, MI | 6.4 |
| Deckerville Elementary School Deckerville, MI | 6.4 |
| Frostick School Croswell, MI | 6.4 |
| Harrington Elementary School Albion, MI | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Detroit Innovation Academy
What grades does Detroit Innovation Academy serve?
Detroit Innovation Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Detroit Innovation Academy?
Detroit Innovation Academy has an enrollment of approximately 363 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Detroit Innovation Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Detroit Innovation Academy is 19.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Detroit Innovation Academy rank in MI?
Detroit Innovation Academy ranks #1,497 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Detroit Innovation Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Detroit Innovation Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Detroit Innovation Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Detroit Innovation Academy has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
Is Detroit Innovation Academy a charter school?
Yes, Detroit Innovation Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Detroit Innovation Academy a Title I school?
No, Detroit Innovation Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Detroit Innovation Academy?
92.3% of students at Detroit Innovation Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 363
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 71.6%
- Phone
- (313) 736-5537
Resources & Links
District
Detroit Innovation Academy- District Enrollment
- 363
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,747
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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