School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
22 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
100%
18%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (01-02)
69%
25%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (01-02)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Detroit Public Schools Community School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Bethune Academy?
22 students attend Bethune Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Bethune Academy students are Black.
What grades does Bethune Academy offer ?
Bethune Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Bethune Academy part of?
Bethune Academy is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
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