DENBY HIGH SCHOOL

Denby High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Detroit Public Schools Community District school district, located in Detroit, MI with about 511 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 26 teachers, Denby High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Denby High School, located on Kelly Road in Detroit, is a historic institution that serves as a cornerstone of the surrounding community. Operating under the Detroit Public Schools Community District, the school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for college and career success. Throughout its history, Denby has been recognized for its strong school spirit and a dedicated effort to provide students with diverse academic and extracurricular opportunities, including athletic programs and career-technical education initiatives aimed at fostering both personal and professional growth.

In recent years, Denby High School has focused on revitalization and community engagement, working to modernize its academic approach while maintaining its long-standing traditions. The school emphasizes a supportive learning environment, often partnering with local organizations and mentors to provide students with resources that extend beyond the classroom. By prioritizing student development, academic achievement, and community pride, Denby continues to play a vital role in the educational landscape of Detroit’s east side, striving to equip its students with the skills necessary to navigate a competitive global landscape.

For more information, contact Denby High School at (313) 866-7200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

12800 Kelly Road
Detroit, MI 48224-1599
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DENBY HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Detroit, MI with about 511 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Michigan

School Details

2017-2018
School status:
Changed Boundary/Agency
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
511
Teachers:
26
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 511 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending DENBY HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 100% of the student body.

Black or African American
99.6%
Hispanic/Latino
0.2%
White
0.2%

Female
47.6%
Male
52.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.