Serving 127 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 20%).
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 11:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Inquire with school
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center's student population of 127 students has grown by 101% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 71% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
n/a
Total Students
127 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#761 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
93%
18%
White
1%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
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
65%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center's ranking?
Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center is ranked #761 out of 3,069 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 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?
127 students attend Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% 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 11:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What school district is Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center part of?
Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
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.
School Reviews
Review Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Texas Schools: The Voucher/School Choice Debate
The issue of school choice and a voucher system is currently being revisited in Houston and across the state of Texas, with strong opinions on both sides of the debate.
Fuel Up to Play 60 Focuses on Integrating Fitness and Wellness into the School Day
What if NFL players came to your school? With the Fuel Up to Play 60 program, sponsored by the National Dairy Council and the NFL, nutrition and exercise are promoted during the school day. NFL players participate in the program by coming to schools and talking to students about fitness. Learn more about the program and some of the schools that are implementing it.
What Parents Need to Know About Lunch Shaming
Students all over the nation go hungry every day not because their schools don’t offer lunch, but because they refuse them to children with outstanding debts. Read on to learn about the horror that is lunch shaming and what can be done about it.
