Dove Academy of Detroit vs Legacy Charter Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dove Academy of Detroit
Detroit · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
487 students
Legacy Charter Academy
Detroit · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
738 students
| Measure | Dove Academy of Detroit Detroit, Michigan | Legacy Charter Academy Detroit, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1457 of 1,581 | #1370 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #48416 of 50,301 | #46338 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 487 | 738 |
| Enrollment | 487 | 738 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.2% | 96.7% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 32% |
| city | Detroit | Detroit |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Legacy Charter Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.5 vs 13.2).
- •Legacy Charter Academy does better on math proficiency (32% vs 10%).
- •Legacy Charter Academy does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 21%).
- •Dove Academy of Detroit does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (86.2% vs 96.7%).
- •Dove Academy of Detroit does better on students per teacher (16.2 vs 18.5).
- •Legacy Charter Academy is the larger school with 738 students compared with 487.
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 Dove Academy of Detroit better than Legacy Charter Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Legacy Charter Academy ranks higher (17.5 vs 13.2 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 Dove Academy of Detroit and Legacy Charter Academy?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Detroit and Detroit in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dove Academy of Detroit: 487. Legacy Charter Academy: 738. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dove Academy of Detroit and Legacy Charter Academy rank in Michigan?
Dove Academy of Detroit is 1457th of 1,581 and Legacy Charter Academy is 1370th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).