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5.7 avg / 10

University Preparatory Academy (psad) School District

School District · Detroit, Michigan

Students: 1,848
Teachers (FTE): 129

Avg Rating

5.7

out of 10

Schools

4

2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high

Per-Pupil Spending

$13,271

Student-Teacher Ratio

14.3:1

How this district compares

Michigan rank

#380 of 532

districts by avg. composite

Vs. state average

-0.6

below Michigan avg

Per-pupil spending

$13,271

$1,312 vs Michigan median

District size

1,848 students

Larger than Michigan median

About University Preparatory Academy (psad)

University Preparatory Academy (psad) is a Detroit, Michigan school district serving 4 schools. The district educates 1,848 students with a student-teacher ratio of 14.3:1. The district invests $13,271 per student annually.

With an average rating of 5.7/10, University Preparatory Academy (psad) demonstrates solid academic performance.

The highest-rated school in the district is University Preparatory Academy Psad Elementary, which has a composite score of 6.5/10.

In standardized testing, University Preparatory Academy (psad) students show an average math proficiency of 10.9% and ELA proficiency of 21.1%.

The district includes 2 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.

District Map

Schools in University Preparatory Academy (psad), colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.

District Average Test Scores

Math Proficiency 10.9%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 21.1%
School
State
N/A

Average proficiency across all schools in University Preparatory Academy (psad) with test data.

District Details

City
Detroit
Total Enrollment
1,848
Teachers (FTE)
129
Child Poverty Rate
0.3%
Data Year
2023

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in University Preparatory Academy (psad)?

University Preparatory Academy (psad) has 4 schools in total — 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.

What is the average rating for University Preparatory Academy (psad)?

The average composite rating for University Preparatory Academy (psad) is 5.7/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.

What is the per-pupil spending in University Preparatory Academy (psad)?

University Preparatory Academy (psad) spends $13,271 per student per year.

What is the student-teacher ratio in University Preparatory Academy (psad)?

The average student-teacher ratio in University Preparatory Academy (psad) is 14.3:1.

What is the top-rated school in University Preparatory Academy (psad)?

University Preparatory Academy Psad Elementary is the highest-rated school in University Preparatory Academy (psad) with a composite score of 6.5/10.

What are the test scores in University Preparatory Academy (psad)?

Across schools in University Preparatory Academy (psad) with test data, the average math proficiency is 10.9% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 21.1%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.

How does University Preparatory Academy (psad) compare to other districts in Michigan?

University Preparatory Academy (psad) has an average school rating of 5.7/10 across 4 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Michigan by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools?

MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.

District Averages

Overall Rating
5.7/10
Math Proficiency
10.9%
ELA Proficiency
21.1%

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Michigan Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.

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