DETROIT EDISON PUBLIC SCHOOL ACADEMY

Detroit Edison Public School Academy is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Detroit Edison Public School Academy school district, located in DETROIT, MI with about 964 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 46 teachers, Detroit Edison Public School Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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 Edison Public School Academy (DEPSA) is a prominent charter school located in the Eastern Market district of Detroit. Serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade, the academy is known for its rigorous academic environment and its focus on preparing students for high school success and beyond. The school operates with a mission centered on providing a high-quality, character-based education that emphasizes core academic subjects while fostering a disciplined and supportive community for its diverse student body.

Beyond its standard curriculum, DEPSA is recognized for its commitment to the "whole child," integrating social-emotional learning and character development into the daily classroom experience. The school often leverages its location in the heart of Detroit to offer unique learning opportunities and community engagement. By maintaining high expectations and utilizing a data-driven approach to instruction, Detroit Edison Public School Academy strives to bridge achievement gaps and ensure that its students are well-prepared to excel in competitive secondary school environments.

For more information, contact Detroit Edison Public School Academy at (313) 833-1100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.