Serving 90 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Keidan Special Education Center ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 90 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Keidan Special Education Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Keidan Special Education Center's student population of 90 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
90 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Kubs
School Rankings
Keidan Special Education Center ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Keidan Special Education Center is 0.40, 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
#453 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
76%
18%
White
11%
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
76%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Kubs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Keidan Special Education Center's ranking?
Keidan Special Education Center is ranked #453 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Keidan Special Education Center often compared to?
Keidan Special Education Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Moses Field Center, Turning Point Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Keidan Special Education Center?
90 students attend Keidan Special Education Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Keidan Special Education Center students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Keidan Special Education Center?
Keidan Special Education Center has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Keidan Special Education Center offer ?
Keidan Special Education Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Keidan Special Education Center part of?
Keidan Special Education Center is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Keidan Special Education Center located?
Keidan Special Education Center is located in the Nardin Park neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Nardin Park.
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