Serving 562 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Edward Duke Ellington At Beckham 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 4% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edward Duke Ellington At Beckham ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Edward Duke Ellington At Beckham's student population of 562 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
562 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Edward Duke Ellington At Beckham ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edward Duke Ellington At Beckham is 0.04, 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
#3054 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
98%
18%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
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 Edward Duke Ellington At Beckham's ranking?
Edward Duke Ellington At Beckham is ranked #3054 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Edward Duke Ellington At Beckham often compared to?
Edward Duke Ellington At Beckhamis often viewed alongside schools like Detroit Edison Public School Academy, Chandler Park Academy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Edward Duke Ellington At Beckham?
562 students attend Edward Duke Ellington At Beckham.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Edward Duke Ellington At Beckham students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edward Duke Ellington At Beckham?
Edward Duke Ellington At Beckham has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Edward Duke Ellington At Beckham offer ?
Edward Duke Ellington At Beckham offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Edward Duke Ellington At Beckham part of?
Edward Duke Ellington At Beckham is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Edward Duke Ellington At Beckham located?
Edward Duke Ellington At Beckham is located in the Wade neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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