Benjamin E Mays Male Academy is an all–boys private school located in the Indian Village neighborhood of Detroit, MI, serving grades kindergarten through 7th grade.
The school has a total enrollment of 58 students and maintains a student–teacher ratio of 10:1 with six teachers on staff.
Affiliated with the Baptist orientation under other religious affiliation, the school operates within a city community setting.
The student body is predominantly students of color, representing approximately 97.5% of enrollment.
As a Detroit private K–7 school, Benjamin E Mays Male Academy provides education for early elementary through middle school age boys.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-7
Student Body
Total Students
58 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
98%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Benjamin E Mays Male Academy?
The application deadline for Benjamin E Mays Male Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Benjamin E Mays Male Academy located?
Benjamin E Mays Male Academy is located in the Indian Village neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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