Roberto Clemente Learning Academy

1551 Beard St
Detroit, MI 48209
8/
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Top 30%
Serving 530 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Roberto Clemente Learning Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 530 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 91%
  • : Top 30% in MI
  • : <50% (Top 20%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Roberto Clemente Learning Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Roberto Clemente Learning Academy's student population of 530 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
530 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
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School Rankings

Roberto Clemente Learning Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roberto Clemente Learning Academy is 0.30, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (MI)
#758 out of 2925 schools
(Top 30%)
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<50%
36%
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<50%
48%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
83%
9%
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Black
6%
18%
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White
9%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.30
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
47%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Roberto Clemente Learning Academy's ranking?
Roberto Clemente Learning Academy is ranked #758 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Roberto Clemente Learning Academy?
530 students attend Roberto Clemente Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Roberto Clemente Learning Academy students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roberto Clemente Learning Academy?
Roberto Clemente Learning Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Roberto Clemente Learning Academy offer ?
Roberto Clemente Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Roberto Clemente Learning Academy part of?
Roberto Clemente Learning Academy is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 530 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 91%
  • : Top 30%
  • : <50% (Top 20%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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