Erma Henderson Upper School serves 584 students in grades 5-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 was higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
584 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
Black
99%
18%
White
1%
63%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
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
How many students attend Erma Henderson Upper School?
584 students attend Erma Henderson Upper School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Erma Henderson Upper School students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Erma Henderson Upper School?
Erma Henderson Upper School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Erma Henderson Upper School offer ?
Erma Henderson Upper School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Erma Henderson Upper School part of?
Erma Henderson Upper School is part of Detroit Public Schools Community.
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