Denby High School

Detroit Public Schools Community District

537 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

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.

537

Total Students

30.6

Full-Time Teachers

17.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

77.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Denby High School
Demographic	Student Count
Black	535
Asian	1
Two or More	1

Black
535 (99.6 %)
Asian
1 (0.2 %)
Two or More
1 (0.2 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Detroit Public Schools Community District
Phone:	(313)866-7200
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	537
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	30.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	413
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	4

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 163

Grade 10 135

Grade 11 144

Grade 12 95