Serving 361 students in grades 6-8, Detroit Of Arts And Sciences Middle School 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 40:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 40:1
- 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
Detroit Of Arts And Sciences Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Detroit Of Arts And Sciences Middle School's student population of 361 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
361 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Detroit Of Arts And Sciences Middle School 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 Detroit Of Arts And Sciences Middle School 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
40:1
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 (19-20)
3%
5%
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 Detroit Of Arts And Sciences Middle School's ranking?
Detroit Of Arts And Sciences Middle School is ranked #2778 out of 2,925 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?
≤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 Detroit Of Arts And Sciences Middle School?
361 students attend Detroit Of Arts And Sciences Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Detroit Of Arts And Sciences Middle School students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Detroit Of Arts And Sciences Middle School?
Detroit Of Arts And Sciences Middle School has a student ration of 40:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Detroit Of Arts And Sciences Middle School offer ?
Detroit Of Arts And Sciences Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Detroit Of Arts And Sciences Middle School part of?
Detroit Of Arts And Sciences Middle School is part of Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences School District.
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