DETROIT COMMUNITY SCHOOLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Detroit Community Schools Elementary is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Detroit Community Schools school district, located in DETROIT, MI with about 399 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 15 teachers, Detroit Community Schools Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 26:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Detroit Community Schools (DCS) Elementary, located on Burt Road in Detroit, serves as a neighborhood-based educational institution dedicated to providing a foundational learning experience for local children. As part of a broader public school academy system, the elementary campus focuses on academic growth and personal development within a structured environment. The school aims to foster a supportive community atmosphere where students are encouraged to build essential literacy, numeracy, and social skills necessary for their future academic transitions.

Beyond standard classroom instruction, Detroit Community Schools emphasizes the importance of community involvement and holistic student support. By operating in the 48223 zip code, the school plays a vital role in providing accessible education to families in the area, often working to address the specific needs of its student population through targeted engagement. The school’s mission generally revolves around preparing students to be responsible, lifelong learners, ensuring that they have the resources and guidance to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

For more information, contact Detroit Community Schools Elementary at (313) 537-3570 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.