Detroit, Michigan, October 22, 2025
Detroit Public Schools Community District has started construction on a new Cody High School building in a major effort to modernize district facilities. The nearly $86 million project is part of a larger district-wide initiative to rebuild and renovate schools and will include state-of-the-art classrooms, a gymnasium, a STEM lab, and a courtyard. Funded primarily by federal dollars and supported by COVID-19 relief funds, the facility is designed to replace an aging structure and serve as a community hub offering improved learning environments and extracurricular spaces. The new campus is slated to open in the fall as part of the district master plan.
Detroit’s Cody High School Breaks Ground on New $86 Million Facility
Detroit, Michigan – The Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD) has initiated construction on a new Cody High School building, marking a significant investment in the city’s educational infrastructure. The project, estimated at nearly $86 million, is part of a broader $700 million initiative to rebuild and renovate schools across the district.
Project Details
The new facility is scheduled to open in the fall of 2027 and will feature state-of-the-art classrooms, a gymnasium, a STEM lab, and a courtyard. This development aims to replace the existing structure, which has been deemed inadequate for modern educational needs.
Funding and Community Impact
The construction is funded primarily by federal dollars allocated during the Biden administration, with $90 million in COVID-19 relief funds supporting this and other school projects. This investment is expected to enhance the learning environment for students and serve as a community hub, offering modern educational resources and spaces for extracurricular activities.
Background Context
Cody High School, located on Detroit’s west side, has a rich history dating back to its opening in 1952. The decision to rebuild the school is part of DPSCD’s 20-year Facility Master Plan, which includes five new school builds and major renovations to address decades of underinvestment in school infrastructure.
FAQ
When is the new Cody High School expected to open?
The new facility is scheduled to open in the fall of 2027.
How much is the construction of the new Cody High School estimated to cost?
The construction is estimated at nearly $86 million.
What facilities will the new Cody High School include?
The new facility will feature state-of-the-art classrooms, a gymnasium, a STEM lab, and a courtyard.
How is the construction of the new Cody High School funded?
The construction is funded primarily by federal dollars allocated during the Biden administration, with $90 million in COVID-19 relief funds supporting this and other school projects.
What is the history of Cody High School?
Cody High School, located on Detroit’s west side, has a rich history dating back to its opening in 1952. The decision to rebuild the school is part of DPSCD’s 20-year Facility Master Plan, which includes five new school builds and major renovations to address decades of underinvestment in school infrastructure.
Key Features of the New Cody High School
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Opening Date | Fall 2027 |
| Estimated Cost | Nearly $86 million |
| Facilities | State-of-the-art classrooms, gymnasium, STEM lab, courtyard |
| Funding Source | Primarily federal dollars allocated during the Biden administration, with $90 million in COVID-19 relief funds supporting this and other school projects. |
| Part of | DPSCD’s 20-year Facility Master Plan, which includes five new school builds and major renovations to address decades of underinvestment in school infrastructure. |
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