School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students (08-09)
571 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
(08-09)n/a
1%
Asian
(08-09)n/a
3%
Hispanic
(08-09)n/a
5%
Black
(08-09)100%
20%
White
(08-09)n/a
71%
Hawaiian
(08-09)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(08-09)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (08-09)
69%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Detroit 51±¬ÁÏs Community
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Detroit City High School?
571 students attend Detroit City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Detroit City High School students are Black.
What grades does Detroit City High School offer ?
Detroit City High School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Detroit City High School part of?
Detroit City High School is part of Detroit 51±¬ÁÏs Community.
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