Serving 172 students in grades Kindergarten-8, The James And Grace Lee Boggs 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 172 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
The James And Grace Lee Boggs School's student population of 172 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
172 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The James And Grace Lee Boggs School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The James And Grace Lee Boggs School is 0.57, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1851 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
59%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
27%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The James And Grace Lee Boggs School's ranking?
The James And Grace Lee Boggs School is ranked #1851 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are The James And Grace Lee Boggs School often compared to?
The James And Grace Lee Boggs Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Detroit Edison Public School Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend The James And Grace Lee Boggs School?
172 students attend The James And Grace Lee Boggs School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of The James And Grace Lee Boggs School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The James And Grace Lee Boggs School?
The James And Grace Lee Boggs School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does The James And Grace Lee Boggs School offer ?
The James And Grace Lee Boggs School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The James And Grace Lee Boggs School part of?
The James And Grace Lee Boggs School is part of The James And Grace Lee Boggs School District.
In what neighborhood is The James And Grace Lee Boggs School located?
The James And Grace Lee Boggs School is located in the Islandview neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 2 other public schools located in Islandview.
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