Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences Middle School vs University Preparatory Academy PSAD Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Michigan, United States, 4.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences Middle School
Detroit · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
339 students
University Preparatory Academy PSAD Middle
Detroit · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
384 students
| Measure | Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences Middle School Detroit, Michigan | University Preparatory Academy PSAD Middle Detroit, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 9 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #477 of 485 | #454 of 485 |
| National rank | #15137 of 15,369 | #14590 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 339 | 384 |
| Enrollment | 339 | 384 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.8% | 77.3% |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 8% | 9% |
| city | Detroit | Detroit |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •University Preparatory Academy PSAD Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (14.9 vs 9.4).
- •University Preparatory Academy PSAD Middle does better on math proficiency (9% vs 8%).
- •University Preparatory Academy PSAD Middle does better on reading proficiency (26% vs 22%).
- •University Preparatory Academy PSAD Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.3% vs 98.8%).
- •Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences Middle School does better on students per teacher (17.0 vs 17.5).
- •University Preparatory Academy PSAD Middle is the larger school with 384 students compared with 339.
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 Middle School better than University Preparatory Academy PSAD Middle?
On the Success Index (US), University Preparatory Academy PSAD Middle ranks higher (14.9 vs 9.4 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 Middle School and University Preparatory Academy PSAD Middle?
About 4.1 km in a straight line, between Detroit and Detroit in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences Middle School: 339. University Preparatory Academy PSAD Middle: 384. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences Middle School and University Preparatory Academy PSAD Middle rank in Michigan?
Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences Middle School is 477th of 485 and University Preparatory Academy PSAD Middle is 454th of 485 among middle schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).