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5.1 avg / 10

University Preparatory Science and Math (psad) School District

School District · Detroit, Michigan

Students: 1,426
Teachers (FTE): 85

Avg Rating

5.1

out of 10

Schools

3

1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high

Per-Pupil Spending

$12,198

Student-Teacher Ratio

16.8:1

District shortlistschools + peers

Evaluating University Preparatory Science and Math (psad)?

A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge University Preparatory Science and Math (psad) as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.

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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

University Preparatory Science and Math Elementary

6.2/10

Detroit · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.

University Preparatory Science and Math Psad Middle School

4.8/10

Detroit · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.

University Preparatory Science and Math Psad High School

4.3/10

Detroit · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.

How this district compares

Michigan rank

#445 of 533

districts by avg. composite

Vs. state average

-1.1

below Michigan avg

Per-pupil spending

$12,198

$2,385 vs Michigan median

District size

1,426 students

Typical than Michigan median

The short answer

University Preparatory Science and Math (psad) ranks #445 of 533 Michigan districts by overall school rating. University Preparatory Science and Math (psad)'s schools with real test data average 5.1/10 across 3 schools. Its top-rated schools are University Preparatory Science and Math Elementary (6.2/10), University Preparatory Science and Math Psad Middle School (4.8/10), and University Preparatory Science and Math Psad High School (4.3/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.

Top-Rated Schools in University Preparatory Science and Math (psad)

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 University Preparatory Science and Math Elementary 6.2 / 10
2 University Preparatory Science and Math Psad Middle School 4.8 / 10
3 University Preparatory Science and Math Psad High School 4.3 / 10

See all 3 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.

About University Preparatory Science and Math (psad)

University Preparatory Science and Math (psad) is a Detroit, Michigan school district serving 3 schools. The district educates 1,426 students with a student-teacher ratio of 16.8:1. The district invests $12,198 per student annually.

With an average rating of 5.1/10, University Preparatory Science and Math (psad) demonstrates solid academic performance.

The highest-rated school in the district is University Preparatory Science and Math Elementary, which has a composite score of 6.2/10.

In standardized testing, University Preparatory Science and Math (psad) students show an average math proficiency of 19.9% and ELA proficiency of 36.0%.

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

District Map

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

District Average Test Scores

Math Proficiency 19.9%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 36.0%
School
State
N/A

Average proficiency across all schools in University Preparatory Science and Math (psad) with test data.

District Details

City
Detroit
Total Enrollment
1,426
Teachers (FTE)
85
Child Poverty Rate
0.3%
Data Year
2023

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in University Preparatory Science and Math (psad)?

University Preparatory Science and Math (psad) has 3 schools in total — 1 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 Science and Math (psad)?

The average composite rating for University Preparatory Science and Math (psad) is 5.1/10. 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 Science and Math (psad)?

University Preparatory Science and Math (psad) spends $12,198 per student per year.

What is the student-teacher ratio in University Preparatory Science and Math (psad)?

The average student-teacher ratio in University Preparatory Science and Math (psad) is 16.8:1.

What is the top-rated school in University Preparatory Science and Math (psad)?

University Preparatory Science and Math Elementary is the highest-rated school in University Preparatory Science and Math (psad) with a composite score of 6.2/10.

What are the test scores in University Preparatory Science and Math (psad)?

Across schools in University Preparatory Science and Math (psad) with test data, the average math proficiency is 19.9% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 36.0%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.

How does University Preparatory Science and Math (psad) compare to other districts in Michigan?

University Preparatory Science and Math (psad) has an average school rating of 5.1/10 across 3 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 blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.

District Averages

Overall Rating
5.1/10
Math Proficiency
19.9%
ELA Proficiency
36.0%

How we rate schools

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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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