Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School serves 231 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 40%) for the 2018-19 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 49%) for the 2018-19 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 231 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Top 1% in MI)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School's student population of 231 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
231 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
The diversity score of Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)6-9%
40%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)15-19%
49%

Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1

American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
97%
18%

White
2%
65%

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%
46%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
How many students attend Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School?
231 students attend Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School?
Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School offer ?
Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School part of?
Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
School Reviews
Review Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles

A Story of Overcoming Common Reading Difficulties
Follow the story of Sarah, a fictional character who overcame common reading difficulties with the help of the three cueing system. This blog post explores the advantages and disadvantages of the three cueing system and provides strategies for implementing it effectively.

Voucher Program Update: Florida
Many states now offer voucher programs. We look at the voucher program available in Florida.

Standardized Tests
Standardized tests have a long history in American K-12 education. We examine what standardized tests evaluate and more.