DETROIT DELTA PREPARATORY ACADEMY FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE

Detroit Delta Preparatory Academy for Social Justice is a Title I public charter high school with about 291 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 9 teachers, Detroit Delta Preparatory Academy for Social Justice has a student/teacher ratio of about 32:1. 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.

Detroit Delta Preparatory Academy for Social Justice is a public charter high school located in Detroit, Michigan, dedicated to combining rigorous academic standards with a strong emphasis on civic engagement and social responsibility. The school operates with a mission to empower students—referred to as "scholars"—by fostering a culture of high expectations, critical thinking, and leadership. By integrating social justice themes into its curriculum, the academy encourages students to analyze systemic issues and develop the tools necessary to advocate for positive change within their local communities and the broader society.

Beyond its academic focus, Detroit Delta Prep places a heavy emphasis on personal development, restorative justice practices, and community partnership. The school aims to create a supportive, small-school environment where students are known by name and mentored by a dedicated staff committed to their college and career readiness. Through a combination of community-based learning, extracurricular opportunities, and a values-driven educational approach, the academy strives to prepare its scholars not just for post-secondary success, but to become informed and active citizens in an increasingly complex world.

For more information, contact Detroit Delta Preparatory Academy for Social Justice at (313) 638-1444 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.