Summary:
The Detroit Public Schools Community District is home to 4 middle schools, serving grades 6-8. These schools, including Clippert Academy, J E Clark Preparatory Academy, Blackwell Institute, and Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School, face challenges common to many urban school districts, but also show signs of progress.
Among the standout schools, Blackwell Institute and Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School have the highest statewide rankings, with Blackwell Institute ranked 417 out of 890 Michigan middle schools and Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School ranked 377 out of 890 for the 2024-2025 school year. These two schools also have higher proficiency rates compared to the district and state averages in several subject areas. Clippert Academy, while lower ranked, still performs better than the district average in most subject areas and has the highest PSAT proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics among the 4 schools.
However, the data also reveals significant challenges facing these schools. All 4 schools have a chronic absenteeism rate of 29.5%, which is significantly higher than the state average. Additionally, the schools have high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 80.29% at Clippert Academy to 93.44% at J E Clark Preparatory Academy. The data also highlights performance gaps between the schools and the state averages, particularly in English Language Arts and Mathematics proficiency. Addressing these challenges and supporting the schools with the greatest needs will be crucial for improving outcomes for students in the Detroit Public Schools Community District.
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