Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences vs University Preparatory Science and Math Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences
Detroit · Charter elementary · Grades PK–5
694 students
University Preparatory Science and Math Elementary
Detroit · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
476 students
| Measure | Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences Detroit, Michigan | University Preparatory Science and Math Elementary Detroit, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 5 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1577 of 1,581 | #1176 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #50194 of 50,301 | #39673 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 694 | 476 |
| Enrollment | 694 | 476 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.7% | 70.8% |
| Students per teacher | 19.3 | 21.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 11% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 32% |
| city | Detroit | Detroit |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •University Preparatory Science and Math Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.3 vs 5.0).
- •University Preparatory Science and Math Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 5%).
- •University Preparatory Science and Math Elementary does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 11%).
- •University Preparatory Science and Math Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.8% vs 98.7%).
- •Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences does better on students per teacher (19.3 vs 21.6).
- •Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences is the larger school with 694 students compared with 476.
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 Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences better than University Preparatory Science and Math Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), University Preparatory Science and Math Elementary ranks higher (28.3 vs 5.0 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 Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences and University Preparatory Science and Math Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Detroit and Detroit in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences: 694. University Preparatory Science and Math Elementary: 476. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences and University Preparatory Science and Math Elementary rank in Michigan?
Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences is 1577th of 1,581 and University Preparatory Science and Math Elementary is 1176th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).