• Detroit Public Schools Community District offers enrollment in five elementary and middle examination schools that offer students unique learning experiences. Offerings include specialty programming in Foreign Language Immersion, Gifted and Talented, Advanced Academics, and more. Students who attend our Examination Schools excel in critical and creative thinking and thrive in settings where they can explore their passions. Application methods vary by school. Please review your options below.

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  • Academy of the Americas
    5680 Konkel

    Grades: K-12
    Highlights: 

    • Spanish and English Immersion
    • Fine Arts Programs
    • Athletics 

    Points of Pride: This highly sought-after program located in Southwest Detroit offers a unique 90/10 Dual Language Immersion model and a Bilingual Academic Program in Spanish and English within a traditional rigorous curriculum. Exam and interview required for grades 2-12. 

    Bates Academy
    19701 Wyoming

    Grades: K-8

    Highlights:

    • Foreign Language
    • National Junior Honor Society
    • STEM
    • Afterschool Tutoring

    Points of Pride: Bates Academy is an application school for high-performing, gifted, and talented students. Bates accelerates student performance by providing rigorous instruction and exceptional learning opportunities that appeal to a variety of learning styles and preferences. Exam required.

    Chrysler Elementary
    1445 E Lafayette  

    Grades: K-5

    Highlights:

    • After School Tutoring
    • Chess
    • Basketball
    • National Honor Society
    • Girl Scouts
    • Small Environment Setting

    Points of Pride: Chrysler Elementary is an award-winning school with a history of exemplary academic achievement. Our small environment provides a private school setting with strong parental involvement, including an active PTA and Dads Club. All students experience a rigorous, challenging learning environment that prepares them to become responsible global citizens and lifelong learners. Exam required.

    Foreign Language Immersion and Cultural Studies Schools (FLICS)
    6501 W Outer Dr  

    Grades: K-8

    Highlights:

    • Foreign Language (French, Spanish, Japanese, and Chinese)
    • Robotics
    • Soccer
    • Cheerleading

    Points of Pride: FLICS is the only public immersion program in the state offering Chinese, French, Japanese, and Spanish language. FLICS provides a rigorous, college-preparatory education preparing students to compete in today’s global society. Exam required.

    The School at Marygrove
    8425 W. McNichols

    Grades: K-5; 9-12

    Points of Pride: The School at Marygrove is committed to developing young critical thinkers who will grow to be community-minded citizens - truly makers and leaders in the 21st century! This new campus will continue to leverage its strong partnership with Starfish Family Services, The University of Michigan School of Education, The Kresge Foundation, and the Marygrove Conservancy. Exam required for High School only. 

     

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