What grades does Academy of The Americas High School serve?

Academy of The Americas High School operates as a Other school within the local district. The school serves families in the DETROIT area.

Where is Academy of The Americas High School located?

Academy of The Americas High School is a urban school in DETROIT, MI.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Academy of The Americas High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Academy of The Americas High School is 21.4:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in DETROIT, MI?

Schools in DETROIT include Academy of The Americas High School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the DETROIT area.

MIOtherProfile data from NCES 2023-24

Academy of The Americas High School — School Profile & District Info

Q: How many students attend Academy of The Americas High School?

Academy of The Americas High School has a total enrollment of 813 students and serves grades Other. The school is part of the local school district in DETROIT, MI.

Other|DETROIT, Michigan|Detroit Public Schools Community District

DETROIT, MI 48210

School Profile

Grades

4–12

Enrollment

813

Student:Teacher

21.4:1

Locale

Urban

District

Detroit Public Schools Community District

Econ. Disadvantaged

74.0%

Phone

(313)335-1310

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

21-39%

Math Proficiency

<=20%

Graduation Rate

60-69%

Chronic Absenteeism

27.8%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

1 courses offered

22 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

50 test takers

Athletics

2 sports, 2 teams

18 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 21.3:1

Worse than average in MI

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

715

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

85% fully certified

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$22,138

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$10,415

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$30,237

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 45%State 47%Local 8%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$258,238

+3.1% 1yr+31.4% 5yr

Detroit, MI metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

29.8%

Below 150% poverty line

9.4%

Unemployment rate

5.8%

Uninsured residents

12.9%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

6,844

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

6,599

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

1,419 (22%)

Intellectual Disability

1,306 (20%)

Autism

1,278 (19%)

Speech/Language Impairment

1,275 (19%)

Other Health Impairment

655 (10%)

Emotional Disturbance

201 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

874

Current enrollment

Growing(+32% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about Academy of The Americas High School

Academy of The Americas High School has a total enrollment of 813 students and serves grades Other. The school is part of the local school district in DETROIT, MI.