DURFEE ELEMENTARYMIDDLE SCHOOL

Durfee ElementaryMiddle 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 498 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 31 teachers, Durfee ElementaryMiddle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Durfee Elementary-Middle School, located on Tuxedo Street in Detroit, serves as a cornerstone educational institution within the Detroit Public Schools Community District. As a pre-K through 8th-grade facility, the school is designed to provide a continuous learning environment that guides students through their critical formative years, preparing them for the transition into high school. The school’s curriculum is aligned with district standards, focusing on core academic subjects while striving to foster a supportive classroom environment that addresses the diverse developmental needs of both younger elementary students and pre-adolescent middle schoolers.

Beyond its academic mission, Durfee is situated in a historically significant neighborhood, and the school often acts as a focal point for community engagement. The institution emphasizes the importance of holistic development, often integrating social-emotional learning with traditional academics to help students navigate the challenges of urban education. By offering a range of programs that span nine grade levels, Durfee aims to build long-term relationships with local families, providing a sense of stability and academic continuity for the students in the Detroit area.

For more information, contact Durfee ElementaryMiddle School at (313) 252-3070 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.