Serving 150 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Commonwealth Community Development Academy 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (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 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 150 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Commonwealth Community Development Academy's student population of 150 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
150 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Rankings
Commonwealth Community Development Academy 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 Commonwealth Community Development Academy 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
#2814 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
97%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
White
3%
63%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2004–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)70%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Commonwealth Community Development Academy's ranking?
Commonwealth Community Development Academy is ranked #2814 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Commonwealth Community Development Academy?
150 students attend Commonwealth Community Development Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Commonwealth Community Development Academy students are Black, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Commonwealth Community Development Academy?
Commonwealth Community Development Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Commonwealth Community Development Academy offer ?
Commonwealth Community Development Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Commonwealth Community Development Academy part of?
Commonwealth Community Development Academy is part of Commonwealth Community Development Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Commonwealth Community Development Academy located?
Commonwealth Community Development Academy is located in the Davison neighborhood of Hamtramck, MI.
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