Serving 363 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Carpenter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carpenter School serves the southeast part of Ann Arbor, MI, covering an area of approximately 6.3 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.3 miles to the nearest boundary and 4.1 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carpenter School's student population of 363 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
363 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Carpenter 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 Carpenter School is 0.75, which is more 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
#1829 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
18%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carpenter School's ranking?
Carpenter School is ranked #1829 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Carpenter School often compared to?
Carpenter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mary D Mitchell School, Pittsfield School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Carpenter School?
363 students attend Carpenter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Carpenter School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 18% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carpenter School?
Carpenter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Carpenter School offer ?
Carpenter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carpenter School part of?
Carpenter School is part of Ann Arbor School District.
In what neighborhood is Carpenter School located?
Carpenter School is located in the Carpenter neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Carpenter.
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