Academic Results
Detroit Merit Charter Academy has a strong record of academic achievement. Our students outperform their peers at local district schools, and independent research and rankings reflect the high expectations and strong instruction that prepare students for what comes next.
Detroit Charter Schools
Outperforming Traditional Public Schools
Charter schools outperform conventional public schools in Detroit despite getting less money. And many are performing as well as the best open enrollment schools in Michigan.
The best open-enrollment middle schools in Detroit are charter schools, according to U.S. News & World Report’s ranking of Michigan middle schools. Detroit Merit Charter Academy ranks in the top six.
Michigan CAP Report Card
Performing Above Average Statewide
Detroit Merit performed above average on the Michigan Context and Performance Report Card, a 2025 study that compares Michigan schools after adjusting test scores for student background.
"Detroit Merit is one of the best charter schools in the district."
Proven Performance
A Strong Record of Academic Success
Proven Across NHA®
Students Gain More Learning
A study by Stanford University’s Center for Research on Education Outcomes (CREDO) shows students at NHA partner schools gain an average of 3.5 additional months of learning each year compared to their peers in traditional public schools, with no additional days of school. NHA was also recognized as a “gap buster” for helping students make strong academic progress across different backgrounds.