Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences vs University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 422 m 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 PSAD High School
Detroit · Charter high · Grades 9–12
452 students
| Measure | Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences Detroit, Michigan | University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD High School Detroit, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 5 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1577 of 1,581 | #565 of 591 |
| National rank | #50194 of 50,301 | #16538 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 694 | 452 |
| Enrollment | 694 | 452 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.7% | 68.1% |
| Students per teacher | 19.3 | 22.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 11% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 2.5% |
| city | Detroit | Detroit |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (10.9 vs 5.0).
- •Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences does better on math proficiency (5% vs 2.5%).
- •University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD High School does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 11%).
- •University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.1% vs 98.7%).
- •Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences does better on students per teacher (19.3 vs 22.6).
- •Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences is the larger school with 694 students compared with 452.
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 PSAD High School?
On the Success Index (US), University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD High School ranks higher (10.9 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 PSAD High School?
About 422 m 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 PSAD High School: 452. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences and University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD High School rank in Michigan?
Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences is 1577th of 1,581 and University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD High School is 565th of 591 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).