Riverside Preparatory Middle College Academy serves 157 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 was higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
157 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
99%
18%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(11-12)<50%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Detroit Public Schools Community School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Riverside Preparatory Middle College Academy?
The graduation rate of Riverside Preparatory Middle College Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 82%.
How many students attend Riverside Preparatory Middle College Academy?
157 students attend Riverside Preparatory Middle College Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Riverside Preparatory Middle College Academy students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverside Preparatory Middle College Academy?
Riverside Preparatory Middle College Academy has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Riverside Preparatory Middle College Academy offer ?
Riverside Preparatory Middle College Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Riverside Preparatory Middle College Academy part of?
Riverside Preparatory Middle College Academy is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
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