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Downriver Digital Academy
School · Ecorse Public Schools
27225 W OUTER DR, Ecorse, MI 48229
Enrollment
24
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
24
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Downriver Digital Academy
Downriver Digital Academy is a public school in Ecorse, MI, part of the Ecorse Public Schools. The school serves approximately 24 students in grades Kindergarten – 12th. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $45,148, where 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 24 students, Downriver Digital Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Downriver Digital Academy is a virtual school, meaning instruction is delivered primarily online. Virtual schools offer flexibility but require strong self-discipline and a reliable home learning environment. Parents should consider whether their child thrives with independent, technology-based learning and ask about the school's approach to student engagement and support.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 24 students
- Type
- Public
- Address
- 27225 W OUTER DR, Ecorse, MI 48229
- Phone
- (313) 294-4750
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
27225 W OUTER DR, Ecorse, MI 48229
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Downriver Digital Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. The Lincoln Center (rated 7.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Wyandotte). Additionally, River Rouge Alternative Virtual Academy (rated 5.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby River Rouge). For more schools in Ecorse, see our Ecorse schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hope Academic Academy Ecorse | 0.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Ecorse Community High School Ecorse | 0.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Brenda Hague Early Learning Village Ecorse | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Ralph J Bunche Academy Ecorse | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| GrandPort Elementary Academy Ecorse | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Raupp School Lincoln Park | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Keppen School Lincoln Park | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Ann Visger K5 Preparatory Academy River Rouge | 1.2 mi | 3.6 |
| CB Sabbath 68 Preparatory Academy River Rouge | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Mark Twain ElementaryMiddle School Detroit | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Mixter School Lincoln Park | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Lafayette School Lincoln Park | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| River Rouge High School River Rouge | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| River Rouge Alternative Virtual Academy River Rouge | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| The Lincoln Center Wyandotte | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| River Rouge Stem Academy at Dunn River Rouge | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Earl F Carr School Lincoln Park | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Lincoln Park Middle School Lincoln Park | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Woodrow Wilson School Wyandotte | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Jefferson Elementary School Wyandotte | 2.5 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48229 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,148
Median Home Value
$59,300
Median Rent
$879/mo
Population
9,166
College Educated
8.8%
Homeownership
64.8%
Poverty Rate
24%
Median Age
36.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Downriver Digital Academy has a median household income of $45,148. It is a community where 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $59,300, with a median rent of $879/month. The area has a poverty rate of 24.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Downriver Digital Academy
What grades does Downriver Digital Academy serve?
Downriver Digital Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Downriver Digital Academy?
Downriver Digital Academy has an enrollment of approximately 24 students.
Is Downriver Digital Academy a charter school?
No, Downriver Digital Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Downriver Digital Academy a Title I school?
No, Downriver Digital Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Downriver Digital Academy?
87.5% of students at Downriver Digital 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.
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Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Low (4/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.5%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wayne County
- Phone
- (313) 294-4750
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Ecorse Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 1,146
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,606
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