ANN ARBOR TRAIL MAGNET SCHOOL

Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School 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 215 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 15 teachers, Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School, located on Chatham Street in Detroit, is a specialized K-8 institution that serves as a cornerstone of the Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD). As a magnet school, it is designed to offer a unique academic environment that draws students from across the district, often focusing on enriched curricula and specialized instructional approaches meant to foster academic excellence, critical thinking, and student engagement beyond the standard classroom experience.

The school is known for prioritizing a structured learning atmosphere while emphasizing the importance of community and student development. By integrating core academic subjects with enrichment opportunities, Ann Arbor Trail aims to prepare its middle-school-bound students for success in competitive high school programs. It remains a key facility for families in the 48239 area seeking a focused, mission-driven education that emphasizes both individual student achievement and the cultivation of a supportive school culture.

For more information, contact Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School at (313) 274-8560 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.