Macdowell Preparatory Academy

4201 West Outer Dr
Detroit, MI 48221
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Bottom 50%
Serving 330 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Macdowell Preparatory Academy 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 330 students
  • : Bottom 50% in MI
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Macdowell Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Macdowell Preparatory Academy's student population of 330 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
330 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

Macdowell Preparatory Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Macdowell Preparatory Academy is 0.02, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (MI)
#2778 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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≤5%
36%
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15-19%
48%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Macdowell Preparatory Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Michigan by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
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17:1
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American Indian
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1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
9%
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Black
99%
18%
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White
n/a
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
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0.02
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
47%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Macdowell Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Macdowell Preparatory Academy is ranked #2778 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Macdowell Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Macdowell Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like John R King Academic And Performing Arts Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Macdowell Preparatory Academy?
330 students attend Macdowell Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Macdowell Preparatory Academy students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Macdowell Preparatory Academy offer ?
Macdowell Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Macdowell Preparatory Academy part of?
Macdowell Preparatory Academy is part of Macdowell Preparatory Academy School District.

School Reviews

5   2/17/2024
MacDowell Prep has been improving since the pandemic. My kids started in Kindergarten during COVID-19 and there were a lot of staff turnovers. Now there are a lot of qualified teachers and they're making improvements to the school! New playfield and basketball courts.
- Posted by Parent - Parent

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 330 students
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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