Serving 517 students in grades Kindergarten-7, Distinctive College Prep Harper Woods 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 517 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Distinctive College Prep Harper Woods ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Distinctive College Prep Harper Woods's student population of 517 students has grown by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-7
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
517 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Distinctive College Prep Harper Woods 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 Distinctive College Prep Harper Woods 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
#2901 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
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
86%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Distinctive College Prep Harper Woods's ranking?
Distinctive College Prep Harper Woods is ranked #2901 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 ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Distinctive College Prep Harper Woods?
517 students attend Distinctive College Prep Harper Woods.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Distinctive College Prep Harper Woods students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Distinctive College Prep Harper Woods?
Distinctive College Prep Harper Woods has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Distinctive College Prep Harper Woods offer ?
Distinctive College Prep Harper Woods offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-7 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Distinctive College Prep Harper Woods part of?
Distinctive College Prep Harper Woods is part of Distinctive College Prep. School District.
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