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#1894 of 3,192 schools in MI
Detroit Lions Academy
High School · Detroit Public Schools Community District
2001 W WARREN AVE, Detroit, MI 48208
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
5.9
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
5.9
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,894 of 3,192
In Detroit
#107 of 178
public schools
In district
#83 of 99
Detroit Public Schools Community District
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Detroit Lions Academy
Detroit Lions Academy is a public high school in Detroit, MI, part of Detroit Public Schools Community District. Detroit Lions Academy serves approximately 394 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Detroit Lions Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,894 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Detroit Lions Academy show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2019) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2019).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- MI avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Detroit Lions 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.
83% of students at Detroit Lions 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 Lions Academy — Students at Detroit Lions Academy score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 8 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.
How Detroit Lions Academy Compares
See how Detroit Lions Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2001 W WARREN AVE, Detroit, MI 48208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Detroit Lions Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Cass Technical High School (rated 7.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Northwestern High School (rated 6.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Detroit School of Arts (rated 6.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Detroit, see our Detroit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$29,742
Median Home Value
$186,700
Median Rent
$842/mo
Population
7,904
College Educated
26.6%
Homeownership
34.8%
Avg Commute
22.7 min
Poverty Rate
34.3%
Median Age
37.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Detroit Lions Academy
What grades does Detroit Lions Academy serve?
Detroit Lions Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Detroit Lions Academy?
Detroit Lions Academy has an enrollment of approximately 394 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Detroit Lions Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Detroit Lions Academy is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Detroit Lions Academy rank in MI?
Detroit Lions Academy ranks #1,894 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Detroit Lions Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Detroit Lions Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Lions Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Detroit Lions Academy has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2019) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2019).
Is Detroit Lions Academy a charter school?
No, Detroit Lions Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Detroit Lions Academy a Title I school?
No, Detroit Lions Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Detroit Lions Academy?
91.4% of students at Detroit Lions 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
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 394
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 83.0%
- Phone
- (313) 852-9677
- 4-Year Graduation
- 27.0%
Resources & Links
District
Detroit Public Schools Community District- District Enrollment
- 48,271
- Schools in District
- 106
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,138
- District Rank
- #83 of 99
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