Summary:
New Paradigm Glazer-Loving Academy is a single K-8 elementary school in Detroit, Michigan, serving 211 students within the New Paradigm Glazer-Loving Academy district, where 93% of students qualify for free or reduced lunch.
This school faces significant challenges, with a 1-star rating and a state ranking in the 28th percentile for the 2025-2026 school year. Academic proficiency is below state averages in nearly every subject and grade level. For example, 3rd-grade English Language Arts proficiency is just 12% compared to the state's 38.2%, and 8th-grade PSAT ELA proficiency is 25% versus the state's 64.8%. Math proficiency in 3rd grade is 24% (state: 42.9%). Chronic absenteeism is a major concern, affecting 50.6% of students—nearly double the state average of 27.9%—which likely contributes to the academic struggles. Despite spending a substantial $17,049 per student, outcomes remain low, suggesting that resources may not be effectively translating into achievement gains.
There are, however, notable bright spots and signs of momentum. The school's 5th-grade science proficiency (43.8%) actually exceeds the state average (40%), representing a remarkable jump from just 14.29% the previous year. This suggests a potential area of instructional strength that could be replicated in other subjects. Additionally, the school's overall state ranking has improved from the 17th percentile in 2024-2025 to the 28th percentile in 2025-2026, indicating positive progress. With small cohorts of roughly 20-25 students per grade, year-to-year results can fluctuate significantly, so it's important to view these numbers with that context. While the middle school years (8th grade) show particular weakness across science, social studies, and ELA, the improvement in 5th-grade science and the upward ranking trend offer reasons for cautious optimism for parents considering this school.
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