Detroit International Academy for Young Women is a PK-12 school in Detroit, Michigan. It is Michigan's sole public girls' school, located in the former Northern High School. The school mascot is The Pink Panther.
Serving 235 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Detroit International Academy For Young Women ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Detroit International Academy For Young Women ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Detroit International Academy For Young Women's student population of 235 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
235 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Rankings
Detroit International Academy For Young Women ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Detroit International Academy For Young Women is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2799 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
46%
18%
White
30%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Detroit International Academy For Young Women's ranking?
Detroit International Academy For Young Women is ranked #2799 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Detroit International Academy For Young Women?
The graduation rate of Detroit International Academy For Young Women is 80%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Detroit International Academy For Young Women?
235 students attend Detroit International Academy For Young Women.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Detroit International Academy For Young Women students are Black, 30% of students are White, 23% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Detroit International Academy For Young Women?
Detroit International Academy For Young Women has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Detroit International Academy For Young Women offer ?
Detroit International Academy For Young Women offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Detroit International Academy For Young Women part of?
Detroit International Academy For Young Women is part of Detroit 51±¬ÁÏs Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Detroit International Academy For Young Women located?
Detroit International Academy For Young Women is located in the Buffalo Charles neighborhood of Hamtramck, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Buffalo Charles.
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