EDWARD DUKE ELLINGTON BECKHAM

Edward Duke Ellington Beckham 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 602 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 33 teachers, Edward Duke Ellington Beckham has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Based on the location provided, **Edward “Duke” Ellington at Beckham Academy** is a public school within the Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD). Located on Park Drive in the Conner Creek area of Detroit, the school serves students in the elementary and middle grade levels. The institution is named in honor of the legendary jazz composer and pianist Edward "Duke" Ellington, reflecting the district's tradition of naming schools after influential cultural and historical figures.

As part of the DPSCD, the school focuses on providing a foundational education aligned with state standards. Like many schools in the district, it emphasizes core academic subjects—such as mathematics, literacy, and science—while striving to foster a supportive learning environment for the local neighborhood. Prospective parents or visitors interested in specific academic programs, extracurricular offerings, or current enrollment information are encouraged to contact the school administration directly or visit the official Detroit Public Schools Community District website for the most up-to-date information regarding their curriculum and school performance data.

For more information, contact Edward Duke Ellington Beckham at (313) 852-8500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.