Detroit Country Day School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked MI School
School Type: Special Program Emphasis
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 1,457 students
Yearly Tuition: $40,875
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / Feb. 26 / rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Detroit Country Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:

School Facts

School Type

School with Special Program Emphasis

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Detroit Country Day School
Pre-K	57
Kind	51
1	51
2	61
3	50
4	68
5	87
6	95
7	128
8	129
9	146
10	169
11	164
12	176
Ungraded	25

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Year Founded

1914

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

School Calendar

School Motto

Mens Sana In Corpore Sano

Student Body

Total Students

1,457 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

18%

State avg.: 19%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

186 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

65%

Average Class Size

15 students

Average SAT score

1306

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniform

Number of AP Courses

28 courses

Advanced Courses

AP Music TheoryPlease visit www.dcds.edu for a current curriculum guide

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS)
Association of Independent Michigan Schools (AIMS-MI)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Jan. 15 / Feb. 26 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$40,875

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Tuition Notes

Tuition varies by division - Lower, Middle, and Upper

Summer Program Cost Notes

Summer Programs varies by selected camp or program

Admissions Director

PK - Grade 3 Jenny Bullock, Grades 4-8 Mike Jenkins, Grades 9-12 Michele Reimer

Admissions Associate

Michele Reimer

Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered

23 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

2 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Please visit www.dcds.edu for current listing

Arts and Music Programs:

Conservatory Program

School Notes

Detroit Country Day School offers students from pre-school through high school an exemplary education rooted in academic vigor and a commitment to the full development of each student's potential.
Detroit Country Day School provides a superior college preparatory, liberal arts education to young people of cultural and intellectual diversity.
Detroit Country Day School promotes each student's in-depth exploration of the fine arts, from basic art concepts in pre-school to a full conservatory program in the upper grades.
Equally important, the school promotes the moral, character and leadership development of all students, enabling them to achieve excellence in their lives and careers, and play effective roles in their families and communities.
Detroit Country Day School also guides students in their physical development, believing it essential to the emergence of a well-rounded individual.
It offers a superior liberal arts curriculum at all levels, emphasizing Advanced Placement and college-level courses in grades nine through twelve.
The prestigious International Baccalaureate program, originally adopted by the school in 1980, qualifies graduates for international university admission or sophomore standing in many American colleges.
Every Detroit Country Day School graduate earns acceptance at four-year colleges and universities.

Detroit Country Day School offers students from pre-school through high school an exemplary education rooted in academic vigor and a commitment to the full development of each student's potential.
Detroit Country Day School provides a superior college preparatory, liberal arts education to young people of cultural and intellectual diversity. Detroit Country Day School promotes each student's in-depth exploration of the fine arts, from basic art concepts in pre-school to a full conservatory program in the upper grades.
Equally important, the school promotes the moral, character and leadership development of all students, enabling them to achieve excellence in their lives and careers, and play effective roles in their families and communities.
Detroit Country Day School also guides students in their physical development, believing it essential to the emergence of a well-rounded individual. The school offers more than 30 team sports, ranging from traditional sports including football, basketball, baseball and softball to snowboarding, mountain biking, figure skating and ultimate frisbee. Athletic teams are primarily coached by Detroit Country Day School faculty and alumni, ensuring that the school's values are consistently reinforced, both in the class and on the field.
The school's four distinct campuses are organized by grade level, yet the Detroit Country Day School philosophy is consistent throughout. The school is an independent, coeducational, non-denominational, college preparatory school nationally recognized for excellence in academics, athletics and the fine and performing arts. It offers a superior liberal arts curriculum at all levels, emphasizing Advanced Placement and college-level courses in grades nine through twelve. The prestigious International Baccalaureate program, originally adopted by the school in 1980, qualifies graduates for international university admission or sophomore standing in many American colleges. Every Detroit Country Day School graduate earns acceptance at four-year colleges and universities.
Founded in 1914 by F. Alden Shaw, Detroit Country Day School today enrolls more than 1500 students on four campuses located in Beverly Hills and Bloomfield Township, Michigan. While the school was initially established in Detroit, it now serves more than 50 local communities.

Source: Verified school update

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How much does Detroit Country Day School cost?

Detroit Country Day School's tuition is approximately $40,875 for private students.

What schools are Detroit Country Day School often compared to?

Detroit Country Day School is often viewed alongside schools like Cranbrook Schools by visitors of our site.

Does Detroit Country Day School offer a summer program?

Yes, Detroit Country Day School offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.

What sports does Detroit Country Day School offer?

Detroit Country Day School offers 23 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Climbing, Cross Country, Dance, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Sailing, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee and Volleyball. Detroit Country Day School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for most sports offered.

What is Detroit Country Day School's ranking?

Detroit Country Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Highest average SAT score, Highest average ACT score, Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Detroit Country Day School?

The application deadline for Detroit Country Day School is Jan. 15 / Feb. 26 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 / Feb. 26 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Reviews

5 1/27/2020

Look no further as there are no comparisons! When you graduate from DCDS. Your college classes are easier. This facility is supported by parents that believe it is a privilege to have their child enrolled there. The teachers know your child from pk3-graduation.

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