Detroit Leadership Academy K8 vs Dove Academy of Detroit
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 18 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Detroit Leadership Academy K8
Detroit · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
486 students
Dove Academy of Detroit
Detroit · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
487 students
| Measure | Detroit Leadership Academy K8 Detroit, Michigan | Dove Academy of Detroit Detroit, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1523 of 1,581 | #1457 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #49571 of 50,301 | #48416 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 486 | 487 |
| Enrollment | 486 | 487 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.2% | 86.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 21% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 10% |
| city | Detroit | Detroit |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dove Academy of Detroit scores higher on the Success Index (US) (13.2 vs 9.5).
- •Dove Academy of Detroit does better on math proficiency (10% vs 7.5%).
- •Dove Academy of Detroit does better on reading proficiency (21% vs 12%).
- •Dove Academy of Detroit does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (86.2% vs 91.2%).
- •Dove Academy of Detroit does better on students per teacher (16.2 vs 16.8).
- •Dove Academy of Detroit is the larger school with 487 students compared with 486.
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 Leadership Academy K8 better than Dove Academy of Detroit?
On the Success Index (US), Dove Academy of Detroit ranks higher (13.2 vs 9.5 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 Leadership Academy K8 and Dove Academy of Detroit?
About 18 km in a straight line, between Detroit and Detroit in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Detroit Leadership Academy K8: 486. Dove Academy of Detroit: 487. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Detroit Leadership Academy K8 and Dove Academy of Detroit rank in Michigan?
Detroit Leadership Academy K8 is 1523rd of 1,581 and Dove Academy of Detroit is 1457th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).