Serving 61 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Moses Field Center ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 61 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moses Field Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Moses Field Center's student population of 61 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
61 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Moses Field Center ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moses Field Center is 0.39, 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
#480 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
77%
18%
White
12%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
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 Moses Field Center's ranking?
Moses Field Center is ranked #480 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Moses Field Center often compared to?
Moses Field Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Keidan Special Education Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Moses Field Center?
61 students attend Moses Field Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Moses Field Center students are Black, 12% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Moses Field Center?
Moses Field Center has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Moses Field Center offer ?
Moses Field Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Moses Field Center part of?
Moses Field Center is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Moses Field Center located?
Moses Field Center is located in the Islandview neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 2 other public schools located in Islandview.
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