Private School

Detroit Country Day School

#3 in Best Private High Schools in Michigan

grade A+
Overall Grade
Private
PK, K-12
BEVERLY HILLS, MI
Rating 4.26 out of 5 136 reviews

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Academics
grade A+
Diversity
grade A
Teachers
grade A
College Prep
grade A+
Clubs & Activities
grade A+
Sports
grade A

dcds.edu

(248) 646-7717

22305 W 13 MILE RD
BEVERLY HILLS, MI 48025

About Detroit Country Day School...

Applying

Application Deadline

January 31

Application Fee

$50

Interview Required

Yes

Required/Recommended Tests

HSPT, ISEE, SSAT

Tuition

Yearly Tuition

$39,300

Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.

Received Financial Aid

Average Financial Aid

From Detroit Country Day School

Connection. Character. Challenge. Detroit Country Day School is a place where students find their passions, excel in the classroom and reach for victory on the athletic field. We develop creative visionaries and critical thinkers through academic rigor, immersion in the fine and performing arts and a commitment to the full development of each student’s potential. As a nationally recognized independent college preparatory school, DCDS leads the way in innovative and extraordinary learning opportunities to help prepare students to thrive in the college of their dreams and the global world beyond.

Our students are at the heart of everything we do, and we are dedicated to nurturing the complete student experience. With an unwavering focus to fostering well-rounded individuals that goes beyond the classroom, we know that character is integral to their future success. It's not just what they achieve, it's who they become.

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Academics

Average Graduation Rate

100%

Average SAT

1440

127 responses

Average ACT

199 responses

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More About Detroit Country Day School Academics

It's Who They Become

DCDS provides innovative opportunities for students to solve problems, think critically and apply their knowledge. In Middle School, students are separated into two unique programs. In our 4/5 experience, students develop independence and explore varied interests. As they move into 6/7/8, they build leadership skills and challenge themselves in the supportive environment of our Advisory Program.

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Culture & Safety

Poll

86%

of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 14 responses

Poll

64%

of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 14 responses

Poll

What are your favorite school events or traditions?

Based on 59 responses

Field Day
25%
Homecoming
19%
Prom
17%
Spirit Week
14%
Homecoming
7%
Moving up ceremony
5%
Neon Dance
5%

Students

Diversity

Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.

Students

1,515

94%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 18 responses

83%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 18 responses

83%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 18 responses

Preschool

Annual Cost

$24,680

Cost is for the most complete schedule offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.

Starting Age

3 years

Pre-K Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

Website

dcds.edu/academics/lowerschool

Offers Full Week
Yes
Offers Part Week
No
Offers Full Day
Yes
Offers Part Day
No

Teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National

17:1

Poll

91%

of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 22 responses

Poll

91%

of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 22 responses

Poll

95%

of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 22 responses

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Clubs & Activities

A+

Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.

Girls Athletic Participation

Very High

Boys Athletic Participation

Very High

92%

of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 12 responses

75%

of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 12 responses

83%

of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 12 responses

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How are grades calculated?Data Sources

Cost of Living
grade B minus
Good for Families
grade A+
Housing
grade A

Median Household Income

$162,364

National

$75,149

Median Rent

$1,529

National

$1,268

Median Home Value

$459,500

National

$281,900

Detroit Country Day School Reviews

136 reviews

Detroit Country Day Middle School provides an exceptional educational experience for students in grades 4-8. The innovative and experiential learning environment fosters independent, resilient learners who are encouraged to think critically, collaborate, and learn from mistakes. The dedicated faculty recognizes each child's unique developmental pace, tailoring the challenging curriculum to meet individual needs. The strong community thrives on positive student-teacher relationships and family engagement, creating an unparalleled partnership for student success. The advisory program ensures every child has a sense of belonging and an adult advocate who understands their cognitive development during these crucial years.

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After over 10 years of attending DCDS, I can best describe my feelings as conflicted. On one hand there are countless incredible opportunities and experiences, and engaging and incredible teachers. On the other, the culture and atmosphere propagated at DCD leaves a lot to be desired. As a queer student, I've faced at best willful ignorance, and at worst downright hostility. The academic atmosphere is also very competitive, to the point of being stifling, frequently entitled, and detrimental to genuine learning. Students at DCD will inherently think themselves to be better than students at other schools-- even when results directly prove the contrary. Self celebration is the #1 priority at DCD, preventing the school and its students from recognizing their flaws and making meaningful improvement. I would like to see the administration learn to own up to its mistakes, and in turn, allow its students to do the same. At least I'm very ready to go to college, in more than one sense.

Country Day has provided my children with an amazing blend of school related skills, along with soft, real world skills. From time management to organization skills to how to be resilient, my children have been given the skills necessary to be successful students at the next level educational, but also for life. The teachers provide a safe and engaging environment where learning is student centered and are provided support and caring attention at every turn. I know that it is not an inexpensive choice when it comes to providing an education for your children, but we see it as the most important investment that we can make in our children.

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