Serving 490 students in grades Kindergarten-5, University Preparatory Science And Math 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 18% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
University Preparatory Science And Math Elementary School's student population of 490 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
University Preparatory Science And Math Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University Preparatory Science And Math Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#2329 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
97%
18%
White
1%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University Preparatory Science And Math Elementary School's ranking?
University Preparatory Science And Math Elementary School is ranked #2329 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are University Preparatory Science And Math Elementary School often compared to?
University Preparatory Science And Math Elementary 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend University Preparatory Science And Math Elementary School?
490 students attend University Preparatory Science And Math Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of University Preparatory Science And Math Elementary School students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of University Preparatory Science And Math Elementary School?
University Preparatory Science And Math Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does University Preparatory Science And Math Elementary School offer ?
University Preparatory Science And Math Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is University Preparatory Science And Math Elementary School part of?
University Preparatory Science And Math Elementary School is part of University Preparatory Science And Math (PSAD) School District.
In what neighborhood is University Preparatory Science And Math Elementary School located?
University Preparatory Science And Math Elementary School is located in the Elmwood Park neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 4 other public schools located in Elmwood Park.
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