Serving 515 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 43:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 515 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 43:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy's student population of 515 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
515 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy is 0.00, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2778 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
43:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
100%
18%
White
n/a
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy's ranking?
Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy is ranked #2778 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy often compared to?
Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Cooke Stem Academy, Detroit Edison Public School Academy, David Ellis Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy?
515 students attend Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy?
Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy has a student ration of 43:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy offer ?
Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy part of?
Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy is part of Cornerstone Jefferson-Douglass Academy School District.
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