2020 Best Schools in DetroitAbout this List

University of Detroit Jesuit High School and Academy

• Private School
• Detroit, MI
• 7-12
• 288 reviews

Senior: U of D Jesuit is a top tier high school. U of D tough academics, fantastic sports teams, and religious education. The school is very good for Roman Catholic students. They might be a little strict, but most private schools are anyway. The teachers are pretty hit or miss. I'd say 80% of the teachers are great and you will never have a problem, but that last 20% are the ones that students are always talking about. Lots of students have trouble balancing the extremely demanding workload with their extracurriculars, sports, homework, family requirements, and sleep. Be ready for U of D to make you a "Man for Others."
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• A+

• 887 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Cass Technical High School

• Detroit Public Schools Community School District, MI
• 9-12
• 1,967 reviews

Senior: My experience with Cass Technical High School for the past four years has been a blast! I have been given the most amazing opportunities because I attend Cass Tech. Coming from generations of Cass Tech graduates, I knew that I had to uphold the legacy. Cass Tech has given me so much readiness for the college world and the outside life. I have had experienced a lot because of Cass Tech. There are numerous opportunities given to me from Cass Tech graduates. I am so blessed to have the opportunity to go to such a prestigious school. The teachers teach us with a lot of respect because of our ages. I am so blessed to have the privilege to review my school and express the love that I have for Cass Technical High School.
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• B+

• 2,447 Students
• 25:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Al-Ikhlas Training Academy

• Private School
• Detroit, MI
• K-12
• 38 reviews

Senior: Al-Ikhlas has been an amazing and rocky experience for me. I’ve seen the worst and the best of it. Al-Ikhlas Is a school that focuses on religion more than activities which is great, however, there should be a limit. I feel like increasing activities and field trips will make ATA a better and a comfortable place.
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• B

• 253 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Detroit Cristo Rey High School

• Private School
• Detroit, MI
• 9-12
• 93 reviews

Sophomore: Hi my name Daniel Hernandez-Guzman, and I am a Sophomore. I partially like this school because it gives you an opportunity to work with other companies so that it give you , and it looks good on your resume. Another thing that I like about this school is that everyone is welcome no matter what race, or religion you come from. The teachers, and counselors are excellent. The one thing I would like for this school to have is more security so that parents, and students could feel more relaxed about having security to look for their child. Overall this school is amazing.
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• B

• 298 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Detroit Edison Public School Academy

• Detroit Edison Public School Academy, MI
• K-8
• 172 reviews

Junior: As a current high school student at DEPSA's high school, Early College of Excellence (ECE), I can inform others that DEPSA is a really great school that challenges learners and is sure to prepare your child for college. School uniforms are must and are set to a high expectation. Staff and administration are very kind and supportive to every student, as well as the excellent school counselor. DEPSA has some of the best sports teams and players while our girls and boys basketball team are very active in games throughout the state. There are many ways for not only students, but parents also to stay connected. Whether it is through parent meetings, communication with teachers and staff, or through apps to keep up with grade and homework. DEPSA is great for any student who not only wants to receive a great education, but the right education.
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• B

• 961 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Keidan Special Education School

• Detroit Public Schools Community School District, MI
• K-8

• B

• 132 Students
• 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Renaissance High School

• Detroit Public Schools Community School District, MI
• 9-12
• 904 reviews

Senior: I love attending Renaissance High school! It's a beautiful campus, the teachers are polite and helpful and the students are very friendly. The workload of a Renaissance student is rigorous but it is beneficial to future college experience and readiness. I would improve the number of teachers so class sizes could be a little smaller and a wider variety of courses.
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• B

• 1,134 Students
• 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Loyola High School

• Private School
• Detroit, MI
• 9-12
• 25 reviews

Parent: Loyola High School in Detroit is a private, Catholic School of the Archdiocese of Detroit. It is doing an excellent job at preparing my senior for college, in addition to exposing him to a variety of career options. My senior has been on the basketball team where he is receiving exposure from different college scouts as well. Overall, if your student is an athlete, thrives in a small school setting, and will benefit from one-on-one instruction, I'd recommend Loyola High School in Detroit!
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• B-

• 141 Students
• 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Oakland International Academy - Middle School

• Public School
• Detroit, MI
• 5-8
• 18 reviews

Middle School Student: Oakland is a very nice school everyone is treated fairly it’s a very nice school I recommend this school
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• C+

• 207 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Bates Academy

• Detroit Public Schools Community School District, MI
• K-8
• 8 reviews

Middle School Student: Great teacher, great principle, great councilors, and great students. I am a student in 8th grade, and I have been attending since kindergarten. I am a 4.0 student along with being in student council, future lawyers club, academic games, cultural climate student team, and student ambassador. There are great opportunities and a great school!
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• C+

• 674 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Detroit Merit Charter Academy

• Public School
• Detroit, MI
• K-8
• 3 reviews

Middle School Student: I attended DMA from Kindergarten to 8th grade. It's very organized and all the teachers want you to be the best you can be. The best thing about being at merit was the agendas they handed out to help us remember when he was due or we had a test. One the things I wasn't to keen on was the color chart. The color chart consisted of 4 colors green, yellow, blue, and red. If you were on green that means you did not get in trouble for the whole day. Yellow meant someone had to tell you something and you got a warning. You could get on yellow if you did not have your agenda signed by your parent or guardian. Blue meant you were on the verge of getting a pink slip(suspended). Red meant you did get the pink slip and you were suspended for a week.
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• C+

• 737 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Westside Christian Academy

• Private School
• Detroit, MI
• PK, K-12
• 19 reviews

High School Senior: My favorite experience at my school is Spiritual Life Week.
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• C+

• 120 Students
• 5:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Moses Field School

• Detroit Public Schools Community School District, MI
• K-8

• C+

• 97 Students
• 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Detroit Edison Public School Academy - High School

• Detroit Edison Public School Academy, MI
• 9-12
• 41 reviews

Junior: Detroit Edison Public School Academy is a great school . Depsa has a lot to offer in academics as well as in sports. This school offers many different levels in grades . Also i believe that this school teaches us at an higher level , they give you many options . Although the school is very small it makes everyone become closer as if we’re family . Depsa is truly a big family everyone loves everyone here it’s overall an good environment . The uniforms give the students a professional look and ultimately prepares students to know hot to dress for formal settings and interviews. Therefore i give Detroit Edison Public School Academy is a great school for children to attend.
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• C+

• 395 Students
• 66:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Bridge Academy West

• Bridge Academy, MI
• 6-8

• C+

• 295 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

The James & Grace Lee Boggs School

• Public School
• Detroit, MI
• K-7

• C+

• 112 Students
• 37:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Oakland International Academy - Intermediate School

• Public School
• Detroit, MI
• K-1
• 3 reviews

• C+

• 117 Students
• 27:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Cesar Chavez Academy High School

• Public School
• Detroit, MI
• 9-12
• 127 reviews

Senior: My academic experience at this school have been excellent. Although this is the only high school I've attended thus far I believe it's the best in my district and neighborhood. The school is very active in programs to help students and the community in the area, the staff actively engage with students and show interest in assisting their futures. The teachers preform excellently at the their jobs and their strong personalities resonate with many students, thus these teachers build good relationships with students. Finally, although the building seems small from afar the interior is modern and student friendly! There are many student resources and technology are aways available.
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• C+

• 729 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Martin Luther King Jr. Education Center Academy

• Public School
• Detroit, MI
• K-12
• 4 reviews

High School Senior: My review of this school is that I have learned a great deal from this school, through interacting with the students and teachers.
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• C+

• 417 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Wright Charles School

• Detroit Public Schools Community School District, MI
• K-4
• 1 review

Niche User: The climate and culture is excellent! The students are taught to achieve their goals. They are encouraged and supported. It is the best school in Detroit. It has the hardest working staff I have ever seen.
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• C

• 404 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Cesar Chavez Academy Intermediate School

• Public School
• Detroit, MI
• 3-5
• 1 review

Works Here: This school has a lot of character and you can tell by how the teachers and students interact with each other. There are please of incentives for the students and the academic instruction is great. Students are learning.
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• C

• 437 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Chrysler Elementary School

• Detroit Public Schools Community School District, MI
• K-5

• C

• 163 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Cesar Chavez Academy - East Campus

• Public School
• Detroit, MI
• K-6

• C

• 131 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Detroit Premier Academy

• Public School
• Detroit, MI
• K-8

• C

• 726 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

University Prep Science & Math Elementary School

• Public School
• Detroit, MI
• K-5
• 1 review

• C

• 513 Students
• 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio