Serving 466 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Fisher Magnet Lower 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%) for the 2018-2019 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Top 1% in MI)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fisher Magnet Lower Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Fisher Magnet Lower Academy's student population of 466 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
466 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Fisher Magnet Lower Academy is 0.04, 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)12%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)14%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
98%
18%
White
n/a
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
91%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 schools are Fisher Magnet Lower Academy often compared to?
Fisher Magnet Lower Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Trix Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MI state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
How many students attend Fisher Magnet Lower Academy?
466 students attend Fisher Magnet Lower Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Fisher Magnet Lower Academy students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fisher Magnet Lower Academy?
Fisher Magnet Lower Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fisher Magnet Lower Academy offer ?
Fisher Magnet Lower Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Fisher Magnet Lower Academy part of?
Fisher Magnet Lower Academy is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
School Reviews
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