Discovery Creative Pathways Redford

Discovery Creative Pathways Redford is a K-8 charter school in Redford, MI, serving 208 students within the Discovery Creative Pathways district.

If you're looking at this school, the most important thing to understand is that attendance is the biggest hurdle. A staggering 76.8% of students are chronically absent—meaning they miss significant amounts of school—which is nearly three times the state average of 27.9%. This has been a persistent challenge for five years, and it's much higher than nearby options like Old Redford Academy Elementary (62.5%) or Charles Wright Academy of Arts and Science (59.9%). On a positive note, the school has dramatically improved its student-teacher ratio from 30.5:1 to a much more manageable 13.8:1, meaning your child would likely get more individual attention. The school also spends a substantial $19,424 per student, which is more than some higher-performing nearby schools like Botsford Elementary School ($16,243).

Academically, the picture is mixed. While overall test scores are low, the school shows a clear strength in 8th-grade science, where 27.8% of students are proficient—far exceeding the district average of 10.5% and even beating Charles Wright Academy (20.9%). In several subjects, the school also outperforms its own district average, such as in 6th-grade ELA (17.4% vs. 12.3%). The school serves its African American students relatively well (ranking in the 43rd percentile statewide), but students from low-income backgrounds face more challenges (ranking in the 14th percentile). With 91.8% of students qualifying for free or reduced lunch, this is a critical area. Ultimately, the school's success hinges on improving attendance—when students show up, learning happens, but with three-quarters of students chronically absent, that's the central issue to consider.