Serving 689 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Foreign Language Immersion And Cultural Studies 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 24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (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.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 689 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Foreign Language Immersion And Cultural Studies's student population of 689 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
689 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Foreign Language Immersion And Cultural Studies ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Foreign Language Immersion And Cultural Studies 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
#1973 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
98%
18%
White
1%
63%
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
60%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Foreign Language Immersion And Cultural Studies's ranking?
Foreign Language Immersion And Cultural Studies is ranked #1973 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Foreign Language Immersion And Cultural Studies often compared to?
Foreign Language Immersion And Cultural Studiesis often viewed alongside schools like Bates Academy, Coleman A Young Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Foreign Language Immersion And Cultural Studies?
689 students attend Foreign Language Immersion And Cultural Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Foreign Language Immersion And Cultural Studies students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Foreign Language Immersion And Cultural Studies?
Foreign Language Immersion And Cultural Studies has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Foreign Language Immersion And Cultural Studies offer ?
Foreign Language Immersion And Cultural Studies offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Foreign Language Immersion And Cultural Studies part of?
Foreign Language Immersion And Cultural Studies is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Foreign Language Immersion And Cultural Studies located?
Foreign Language Immersion And Cultural Studies is located in the Greenwich neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 2 other public schools located in Greenwich.
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