Detroit Achievement Academy vs University Yes Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 790 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Detroit Achievement Academy
Detroit · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
352 students
University Yes Academy
Detroit · Charter other · Grades K–12
388 students
| Measure | Detroit Achievement Academy Detroit, Michigan | University Yes Academy Detroit, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #1432 of 1,581 | – |
| National rank | #47816 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 352 | 388 |
| Enrollment | 352 | 388 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.4% | 91.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 20.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 8% |
| city | Detroit | Detroit |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Detroit Achievement Academy does better on math proficiency (17% vs 8%).
- •Detroit Achievement Academy does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 17%).
- •Detroit Achievement Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.4% vs 91.2%).
- •Detroit Achievement Academy does better on students per teacher (16.8 vs 20.4).
- •University Yes Academy is the larger school with 388 students compared with 352.
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 Achievement Academy better than University Yes Academy?
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 Detroit Achievement Academy and University Yes Academy?
About 790 m in a straight line, between Detroit and Detroit in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Detroit Achievement Academy: 352. University Yes Academy: 388. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Detroit Achievement Academy and University Yes Academy rank in Michigan?
Detroit Achievement Academy is 1432nd of 1,581 and University Yes Academy is unranked among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).