Macarthur K8 University Academy

19301 W 12 Mile Road
Southfield, MI 48076
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 463 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Macarthur K8 University Academy 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 463 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • : Bottom 50% in MI
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Macarthur K8 University Academy's student population of 463 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
463 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
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School Rankings

Macarthur K8 University Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Macarthur K8 University Academy is 0.08, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (MI)
#1729 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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25-29%
36%
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40-44%
48%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
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Hispanic
1%
9%
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Black
96%
18%
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White
n/a
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.08
This chart display the diversity score of Macarthur K8 University Academy and the public school average diversity score of Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
47%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Macarthur K8 University Academy and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Macarthur K8 University Academy's ranking?
Macarthur K8 University Academy is ranked #1729 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Macarthur K8 University Academy often compared to?
Macarthur K8 University Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Alice M Birney K8 School, University Middle School Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Macarthur K8 University Academy?
463 students attend Macarthur K8 University Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Macarthur K8 University Academy students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Macarthur K8 University Academy?
Macarthur K8 University Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Macarthur K8 University Academy offer ?
Macarthur K8 University Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Macarthur K8 University Academy part of?
Macarthur K8 University Academy is part of Southfield Public School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 463 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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