Serving 790 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Gompers Elementarymiddle School 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 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher 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 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 790 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gompers Elementarymiddle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gompers Elementarymiddle School's student population of 790 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
790 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gompers Elementarymiddle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gompers Elementarymiddle School is 0.04, 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
#758 out of 2925 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
98%
18%
White
1%
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
90%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gompers Elementarymiddle School's ranking?
Gompers Elementarymiddle School is ranked #758 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Gompers Elementarymiddle School often compared to?
Gompers Elementarymiddle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Allendale Elementary School, Cooke Stem Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Gompers Elementarymiddle School?
790 students attend Gompers Elementarymiddle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Gompers Elementarymiddle School students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gompers Elementarymiddle School?
Gompers Elementarymiddle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gompers Elementarymiddle School offer ?
Gompers Elementarymiddle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gompers Elementarymiddle School part of?
Gompers Elementarymiddle School is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
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