Serving 331 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Pembroke Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pembroke Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Pembroke Academy's student population of 331 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
331 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
Pembroke Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pembroke Academy is 0.15, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#653 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
![This chart displays the overall school rank of Pembroke Academy, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays the overall school rank of Pembroke Academy, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images2.publicschoolreview.com/charts/overall_school_rank/154000/153585/pembroke-academy-chart-SyjxSI.png)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
![This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Pembroke Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Pembroke Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images2.publicschoolreview.com/charts/math_percent/154000/153585/pembroke-academy-chart-ODEf1n.png)
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
![This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Pembroke Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Pembroke Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images2.publicschoolreview.com/charts/sci_percent/154000/153585/pembroke-academy-chart-qSWszn.png)
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
9%
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Black
92%
18%
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White
n/a
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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![This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Michigan. This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Michigan.](http://images2.publicschoolreview.com/charts/state_ethnicity_school/154000/153585/pembroke-academy-chart-oNMICm.png)
![This chart displays the diversity score of Pembroke Academy and the public school average diversity score of Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays the diversity score of Pembroke Academy and the public school average diversity score of Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images2.publicschoolreview.com/charts/diversity_score/154000/153585/pembroke-academy-chart-f8k6nI.png)
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
47%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pembroke Academy's ranking?
Pembroke Academy is ranked #653 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Pembroke Academy?
331 students attend Pembroke Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Pembroke Academy students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pembroke Academy?
Pembroke Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pembroke Academy offer ?
Pembroke Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Pembroke Academy part of?
Pembroke Academy is part of Pembroke Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Pembroke Academy located?
Pembroke Academy is located in the Greenfield neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Greenfield.
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