Sanders Dc Center

14213 Whitcomb Detroit, MI 48227
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 60 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

About the School

  • Sanders Dc Center in Detroit, MI, serves 60 students in early childhood and kindergarten programs within a nonsectarian, central city setting.
  • The school offers education for grades PK through K with a student–teacher ratio of 20:1 supported by 3 teachers.
  • Sanders Dc Center enrolls a 100% students of color population, ranking among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for diversity.
  • Located in the Cadillac Community neighborhood, the school provides early learning options comparable in tuition to the Detroit average of $7,199 for elementary private schools.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 60 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Sanders Dc Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:

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School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Students By Grade

Student Body

Total Students
60 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 19%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Sanders Dc Center?
The application deadline for Sanders Dc Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Sanders Dc Center located?
Sanders Dc Center is located in the Cadillac Community neighborhood of Detroit, MI.

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The average private school tuition in Detroit, MI is $7,349 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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