Detroit Innovation Academy vs KIPP Detroit Imani Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Detroit Innovation Academy
Detroit · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
335 students
KIPP Detroit Imani Academy
Detroit · Charter elementary · Grades K–2
91 students
| Measure | Detroit Innovation Academy Detroit, Michigan | KIPP Detroit Imani Academy Detroit, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1410 of 1,581 | #1257 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #47170 of 50,301 | #42364 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–2 |
| Students | 335 | 91 |
| Enrollment | 335 | 91 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.9% | 97.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | – |
| Math proficiency | 9% | – |
| city | Detroit | Detroit |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •KIPP Detroit Imani Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.9 vs 15.9).
- •Detroit Innovation Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (86.9% vs 97.8%).
- •Detroit Innovation Academy is the larger school with 335 students compared with 91.
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 Innovation Academy better than KIPP Detroit Imani Academy?
On the Success Index (US), KIPP Detroit Imani Academy ranks higher (23.9 vs 15.9 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 Innovation Academy and KIPP Detroit Imani Academy?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Detroit and Detroit in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Detroit Innovation Academy: 335. KIPP Detroit Imani Academy: 91. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Detroit Innovation Academy and KIPP Detroit Imani Academy rank in Michigan?
Detroit Innovation Academy is 1410th of 1,581 and KIPP Detroit Imani Academy is 1257th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).