David Ellis Academy

Located at 18977 Schaefer Highway in Detroit, Michigan, David Ellis Academy is an open, independent charter district situated within the vibrant urban setting of the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn metropolitan area. Functioning as its own local educational agency for federal programs, the district manages two operational school sites. While authorized to offer a complete educational spectrum from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, the academy currently focuses its active enrollment on elementary and middle school learners, educating a tight-knit student body of 206 children from kindergarten through 8th grade.

The district is distinguished by a substantial staffing structure designed to deliver dedicated care and individualized instruction. Supported by a workforce of nearly 80 full-time equivalent staff members—including 31 full-time equivalent teachers, 5.5 instructional aides, and over 43 support personnel—the academy maintains an exceptionally favorable student-to-teacher ratio of approximately seven students per educator. For parents, students, and educational researchers, David Ellis Academy represents a focused urban charter model that leverages extensive staff support to serve families in the greater Detroit area.