Serving 443 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Alice M Birney K8 School 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 7% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 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 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alice M Birney K8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Alice M Birney K8 School's student population of 443 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
443 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Alice M Birney K8 School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alice M Birney K8 School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2705 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
95%
18%
White
1%
63%
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
70%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alice M Birney K8 School's ranking?
Alice M Birney K8 School is ranked #2705 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Alice M Birney K8 School often compared to?
Alice M Birney K8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bradford Academy, University Middle School Academy, Macarthur K8 University Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Alice M Birney K8 School?
443 students attend Alice M Birney K8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Alice M Birney K8 School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alice M Birney K8 School?
Alice M Birney K8 School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alice M Birney K8 School offer ?
Alice M Birney K8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alice M Birney K8 School part of?
Alice M Birney K8 School is part of Southfield Public School District.
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