Old Redford Elementary School

17195 Redford St
Detroit, MI 48219
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Bottom 50%
Serving 399 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Old Redford Elementary School 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 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)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 399 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50% in MI
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Old Redford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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School Overview

Old Redford Elementary School's student population of 399 students has declined by 66% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 58% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
399 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
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School Rankings

Old Redford Elementary School 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 Old Redford Elementary 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (MI)
#2863 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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≤5%
36%
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6-9%
48%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
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Hispanic
1%
9%
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Black
98%
18%
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White
1%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
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0.04
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
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 Old Redford Elementary School's ranking?
Old Redford Elementary School is ranked #2863 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
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 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Old Redford Elementary School?
399 students attend Old Redford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Old Redford Elementary School students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Old Redford Elementary School?
Old Redford Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Old Redford Elementary School offer ?
Old Redford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Old Redford Elementary School part of?
Old Redford Elementary School is part of Old Redford Academy School District.

School Reviews

5   8/2/2019
my child is new to the school we just moved in the area what is the dress code for the elementary school and the backpack rules
- Posted by Parent - diane kenney
2   7/16/2011
I would not consider sending my child to this school. Its a business not a school.
- Posted by Teacher - edmus

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 399 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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