Serving 187 students in grades 9-12, Benjamin Carson High School Of Science And Medicine 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 187 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benjamin Carson High School Of Science And Medicine ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Benjamin Carson High School Of Science And Medicine's student population of 187 students has declined by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
187 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Benjamin Carson High School Of Science And Medicine 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 Benjamin Carson High School Of Science And Medicine is 0.35, 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
#2376 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
80%
18%
White
7%
64%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin Carson High School Of Science And Medicine's ranking?
Benjamin Carson High School Of Science And Medicine is ranked #2376 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Benjamin Carson High School Of Science And Medicine often compared to?
Benjamin Carson High School Of Science And Medicineis often viewed alongside schools like Cass Technical High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Benjamin Carson High School Of Science And Medicine?
The graduation rate of Benjamin Carson High School Of Science And Medicine is 80-84%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Benjamin Carson High School Of Science And Medicine?
187 students attend Benjamin Carson High School Of Science And Medicine.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Benjamin Carson High School Of Science And Medicine students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benjamin Carson High School Of Science And Medicine?
Benjamin Carson High School Of Science And Medicine has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Benjamin Carson High School Of Science And Medicine offer ?
Benjamin Carson High School Of Science And Medicine offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Benjamin Carson High School Of Science And Medicine part of?
Benjamin Carson High School Of Science And Medicine is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Benjamin Carson High School Of Science And Medicine located?
Benjamin Carson High School Of Science And Medicine is located in the Medical Center neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Medical Center.
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