What grades does Garvey Academy serve?

Garvey Academy operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the DETROIT area.

Where is Garvey Academy located?

Garvey Academy is a urban school in DETROIT, MI.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Garvey Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Garvey Academy is 12.8:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in DETROIT, MI?

Schools in DETROIT include Garvey Academy and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the DETROIT area.

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Garvey Academy — School Calendar 2026-27

Q: How many students attend Garvey Academy?

Garvey Academy currently enrolls 409 students across Primary grade levels. The school operates under the local school district in MI.

Primary|DETROIT, Michigan|Detroit Public Schools Community District

DETROIT, MI 48214

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Upcoming Events

Dec

Mon

School and District ClosedEventDistrict-wide

Dec

Mon

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Feb

Tue

Schools and District ClosedEventDistrict-wide

Mar

Mon

Schools and District ClosedEventDistrict-wide

Jun

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Student Make Up DaysEventDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

PK–8

Enrollment

409

Student:Teacher

12.8:1

Locale

Urban

District

Detroit Public Schools Community District

Econ. Disadvantaged

84.8%

Phone

(313)866-7400

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

21-39%

Math Proficiency

<=20%

Chronic Absenteeism

29.0%

SY 2019-20

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

273

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

91% fully certified

Counselors

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)

434

Current enrollment

Growing(+30% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Dec 21, 2026

School and District Closed

Event

Mon, Dec 28, 2026

Schools and District Closed

Event

Tue, Feb 16, 2027

Schools and District Closed

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Detroit Public Schools Community District. Garvey Academy follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	School and District ClosedDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Dec 28, 2026	Schools and District ClosedDistrict-wide	Event	—
Tue, Feb 16, 2027	Schools and District ClosedDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Schools and District ClosedDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Jun 14, 2027	Student Make Up DaysDistrict-wide	Event	—