Burton International Academy vs Detroit Lions Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burton International Academy
Detroit · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
482 students
Detroit Lions Academy
Detroit · Public high · Grades 6–12
400 students
| Measure | Burton International Academy Detroit, Michigan | Detroit Lions Academy Detroit, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1418 of 1,581 | #531 of 591 |
| National rank | #47340 of 50,301 | #15729 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 482 | 400 |
| Enrollment | 482 | 400 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.5% | 91.3% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 10% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 10% |
| city | Detroit | Detroit |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Detroit Lions Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.2 vs 15.6).
- •Burton International Academy does better on math proficiency (21% vs 10%).
- •Burton International Academy does better on reading proficiency (28% vs 10%).
- •Burton International Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.5% vs 91.3%).
- •Detroit Lions Academy does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 17.2).
- •Burton International Academy is the larger school with 482 students compared with 400.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Burton International Academy better than Detroit Lions Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Detroit Lions Academy ranks higher (17.2 vs 15.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Burton International Academy and Detroit Lions Academy?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Detroit and Detroit in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burton International Academy: 482. Detroit Lions Academy: 400. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burton International Academy and Detroit Lions Academy rank in Michigan?
Burton International Academy is 1418th of 1,581 and Detroit Lions Academy is 531st of 591 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).