Serving 754 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Brenda Scott Academy For Theatre Arts 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 35%). 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 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 754 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brenda Scott Academy For Theatre Arts's student population of 754 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
754 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Students Rise. We All Rise.
School Rankings
Brenda Scott Academy For Theatre Arts 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 Brenda Scott Academy For Theatre Arts is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3012 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
97%
18%
White
1%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)91.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
45%
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 Brenda Scott Academy For Theatre Arts's ranking?
Brenda Scott Academy For Theatre Arts is ranked #3012 out of 3,025 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 35% MI state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Brenda Scott Academy For Theatre Arts?
754 students attend Brenda Scott Academy For Theatre Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Brenda Scott Academy For Theatre Arts students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brenda Scott Academy For Theatre Arts?
Brenda Scott Academy For Theatre Arts has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Brenda Scott Academy For Theatre Arts offer ?
Brenda Scott Academy For Theatre Arts offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brenda Scott Academy For Theatre Arts part of?
Brenda Scott Academy For Theatre Arts is part of Detroit Public Schools Community.
In what neighborhood is Brenda Scott Academy For Theatre Arts located?
Brenda Scott Academy For Theatre Arts is located in the Osborn neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Osborn.
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