Detroit Public Safety Academy

School Overview
The Detroit Public Safety Academy (DPSA), located at 1250 Rosa Parks Blvd in Detroit, Michigan, is a specialized public charter school designed to prepare students for careers in law enforcement, emergency medical services, firefighting, and other public service fields. Serving a diverse student population, the academy integrates a rigorous academic curriculum with specialized vocational training. Its mission is to instill discipline, integrity, and civic responsibility, aiming to graduate students who are not only college-ready but also equipped with the foundational skills necessary to become the next generation of leaders in public safety.

Beyond traditional classroom instruction, the DPSA distinguishes itself through a unique partnership-driven model that connects students with real-world professionals. By offering a blend of hands-on training, leadership development, and community engagement, the school provides a structured environment that emphasizes physical fitness and ethical decision-making. Through this approach, the Detroit Public Safety Academy strives to provide its students with a clear pathway to post-secondary success, whether they choose to pursue higher education or enter the workforce immediately upon graduation.
159
Total Students
7.6
Full-Time Teachers
20.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
81.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Detroit Public Safety Academy
Demographic Student Count
White1
Hispanic1
Black155
Two or More2
  • Black
    155 (97.5 %)
  • Two or More
    2 (1.3 %)
  • White
    1 (0.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    1 (0.6 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Detroit Public Safety Academy
Phone: (313)965-6916
Website: http://www.detroitpsa.com
Grade Range: 6th - 12th
Total Students: 159
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 7.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 20.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 128
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 1
Grades Taught
Grade 9 38
Grade 10 43
Grade 11 39
Grade 12 39

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Detroit Public Safety Academy
Grade Student Count
Grade 938
Grade 1043
Grade 1139
Grade 1239
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Detroit Public Safety Academy
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female7547.2%
Male8452.8%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)