Serving 109 students inquire with school, Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Inquire with school
- Enrollment: 109 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50% in MI)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center's student population of 109 students has grown by 122% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Total Students
109 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center is 0.13, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
93%
18%
White
2%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)33.9%
41.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center?
109 students attend Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center?
Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What school district is Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center part of?
Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center is part of Detroit Public Schools Community.
In what neighborhood is Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center located?
Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center is located in the Cornerstone Village neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Cornerstone Village.
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