David Ellis Academy vs Mumford High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
David Ellis Academy
Detroit · Charter other · Grades PK–12
206 students
Mumford High School
Detroit · Public high · Grades 9–12
850 students
| Measure | David Ellis Academy Detroit, Michigan | Mumford High School Detroit, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | 10 Lower 50% |
| State rank | – | #571 of 591 |
| National rank | – | #16583 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Other | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 206 | 850 |
| Enrollment | 206 | 850 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.7% | 85.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 17.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 3% |
| city | Detroit | Detroit |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •David Ellis Academy does better on math proficiency (7.5% vs 3%).
- •David Ellis Academy does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 12%).
- •Mumford High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.9% vs 92.7%).
- •David Ellis Academy does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 17.7).
- •Mumford High School is the larger school with 850 students compared with 206.
- •David Ellis Academy is a charter school while Mumford High School is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 David Ellis Academy better than Mumford High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are David Ellis Academy and Mumford High School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Detroit and Detroit in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
David Ellis Academy: 206. Mumford High School: 850. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do David Ellis Academy and Mumford High School rank in Michigan?
David Ellis Academy is unranked and Mumford High School is 571st of 591 among other schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).