Serving 413 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Palmer Park Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palmer Park Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Palmer Park Preparatory Academy's student population of 413 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
413 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Palmer Park Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palmer Park Preparatory Academy is 0.15, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#758 out of 2925 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
92%
18%
White
5%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palmer Park Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Palmer Park Preparatory Academy is ranked #758 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Palmer Park Preparatory Academy?
413 students attend Palmer Park Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Palmer Park Preparatory Academy students are Black, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palmer Park Preparatory Academy?
Palmer Park Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Palmer Park Preparatory Academy offer ?
Palmer Park Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Palmer Park Preparatory Academy part of?
Palmer Park Preparatory Academy is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
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