Serving 571 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Henderson 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 4% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 571 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henderson Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Henderson Academy's student population of 571 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
571 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Henderson Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henderson Academy is 0.02, 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
#3053 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
99%
18%
White
1%
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
89%
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 is Henderson Academy's ranking?
Henderson Academy is ranked #3053 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Henderson Academy?
571 students attend Henderson Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Henderson Academy students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henderson Academy?
Henderson Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Henderson Academy offer ?
Henderson Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Henderson Academy part of?
Henderson Academy is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Henderson Academy located?
Henderson Academy is located in the Grandale neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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