PALMER PARK PREPARATORY ACADEMY

Palmer Park Preparatory Academy is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Detroit Public Schools Community District school district, located in DETROIT, MI with about 437 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 21 teachers, Palmer Park Preparatory 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.

Palmer Park Preparatory Academy, located in the Bagley neighborhood of Detroit, is a public school serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. As part of the Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD), the academy focuses on providing a comprehensive educational experience that emphasizes core academic subjects, including literacy and mathematics, while fostering a supportive environment aimed at student growth and development.

The school is deeply integrated into the local community and is known for its commitment to preparing students for high school success. Beyond the standard curriculum, Palmer Park Preparatory often incorporates extracurricular programming and community-focused initiatives to engage students holistically. By prioritizing both academic rigor and social-emotional learning, the academy strives to bridge achievement gaps and provide Detroit families with a stable, consistent educational foundation for their children throughout their formative years.

For more information, contact Palmer Park Preparatory Academy at (313) 494-7300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.