UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY SCIENCE AND MATH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

University Preparatory Science and Math Elementary is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the University Preparatory Science and Math (PSAD) school district, located in Detroit, MI with about 511 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th 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 23 teachers, University Preparatory Science and Math Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. 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.

University Preparatory Science and Math (UPSM) Elementary, located on Antietam Avenue in Detroit, is part of the University Prep Schools network. The school focuses on providing a rigorous academic environment designed to prepare students for success in middle school, high school, and beyond. By emphasizing high expectations and a structured learning culture, the school aims to bridge the educational gap and ensure that its students, many of whom are from underserved communities in Detroit, have access to high-quality instruction.

The school’s curriculum is deeply rooted in the "University Prep" philosophy, which integrates core academic subjects with a focus on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Beyond academic achievement, the institution emphasizes character development and personal responsibility. Through a partnership with parents and the surrounding community, UPSM Elementary strives to cultivate a college-going identity in its young learners, providing them with the foundational skills and academic discipline necessary to thrive in an increasingly competitive global landscape.

For more information, contact University Preparatory Science and Math Elementary at (313) 782-4400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.