Choosing where your autistic child goes to school is one of the heavier decisions a Detroit parent faces — and the options are wider than they first appear. Between neighborhood public schools with special-education programs, county-run center-based programs built specifically for autistic students, and private options, the landscape can feel like a maze. This page lays out how special education works in the Detroit metro, what the center-based autism programs actually are, and how to get your child evaluated and placed.
One of the oldest dedicated autism schools in the country, run by Garden City Schools for western Wayne County. Serves students ages 3-26 from dozens of districts via a referral that starts with your resident district.
Visit siteDPSCD provides evaluations, personalized supports, and specialized learning environments for autistic students from preschool through post-secondary. The starting point for families living within the city.
Visit siteMacomb ISD operates autism programs across multiple sites in Macomb County for students who need center-based placement. Access is coordinated through your resident district and the ISD.
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