Serving 376 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Escuela Avancemos ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19%
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Escuela Avancemos ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Escuela Avancemos's student population of 376 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
376 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Escuela Avancemos is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)15-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)15-19%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
95%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
2%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
How many students attend Escuela Avancemos?
376 students attend Escuela Avancemos.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Escuela Avancemos students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Escuela Avancemos?
Escuela Avancemos has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Escuela Avancemos offer ?
Escuela Avancemos offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Escuela Avancemos part of?
Escuela Avancemos is part of Escuela Avancemos School District.
In what neighborhood is Escuela Avancemos located?
Escuela Avancemos is located in the Hubbard Richard neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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