Average
#1417 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 44% in state
Al Holmes Academy of Blended Learning
Elementary School · Detroit Public Schools Community District
8950 CRANE ST, Detroit, MI 48213
Enrollment
391
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
391
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,417 of 3,192
In Detroit
#61 of 178
public schools
In district
#51 of 99
Detroit Public Schools Community District
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Al Holmes Academy of Blended Learning
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About Al Holmes Academy of Blended Learning
Al Holmes Academy of Blended Learning is a public elementary school in Detroit, MI, part of Detroit Public Schools Community District. Al Holmes Academy of Blended Learning serves approximately 391 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Al Holmes Academy of Blended Learning has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,417 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Al Holmes Academy of Blended Learning show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Al Holmes Academy of Blended Learning sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
81% of students at Al Holmes Academy of Blended Learning were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Al Holmes Academy of Blended Learning — Students at Al Holmes Academy of Blended Learning score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.
How Al Holmes Academy of Blended Learning Compares
See how Al Holmes Academy of Blended Learning performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8950 CRANE ST, Detroit, MI 48213
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Al Holmes Academy of Blended Learning may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. The James and Grace Lee Boggs School (rated 7.8/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DETROIT WALDORF SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Garvey Academy (rated 7.6/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Detroit, see our Detroit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Covenant High School East Detroit | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Blackwell Institute Detroit | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Oakland International Academy K1 Detroit | 1.3 mi | 2.8 |
| Detroit Prep Detroit | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Oakland International Academy Elementary Detroit | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Oakland International Academy Middle Detroit | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Bridge Academy East Hamtramck | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Bridge Academy Hamtramck | 1.6 mi | 2.6 |
| Barack Obama Leadership Academy Detroit | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| The James and Grace Lee Boggs School Detroit | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| CapstoneWayne Co Juvenile Detention Fac Detroit | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Nichols ElementaryMiddle School Detroit | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| The SER Learning Academy East Detroit | 1.7 mi | — |
| DETROIT WALDORF SCHOOL Detroit | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Brenda Scott Academy for Theatre Arts Detroit | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Cornerstone JeffersonDouglass Academy Detroit | 2.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Tau Beta School Hamtramck | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Dickinson East Elementary School Hamtramck | 1.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Garvey Academy Detroit | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Edward Duke Ellington at Beckham Detroit | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48213 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$33,755
Median Home Value
$52,100
Median Rent
$837/mo
Population
19,869
College Educated
7.2%
Homeownership
59.9%
Avg Commute
27.9 min
Poverty Rate
36.1%
Median Age
37.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Andersonville Elementary School Davisburg, MI | 6.5 |
| BYRON CENTER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Byron Center, MI | 6.5 |
| Beechview Elementary School Farmington Hills, MI | 6.5 |
| Cherry Knoll Elementary School Traverse City, MI | 6.5 |
| Edison Elementary School Detroit, MI | 6.5 |
| Gladwin Elementary School Gladwin, MI | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Al Holmes Academy of Blended Learning
What grades does Al Holmes Academy of Blended Learning serve?
Al Holmes Academy of Blended Learning serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Al Holmes Academy of Blended Learning?
Al Holmes Academy of Blended Learning has an enrollment of approximately 391 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Al Holmes Academy of Blended Learning?
The student-teacher ratio at Al Holmes Academy of Blended Learning is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Al Holmes Academy of Blended Learning rank in MI?
Al Holmes Academy of Blended Learning ranks #1,417 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Al Holmes Academy of Blended Learning's MySchoolScout rating?
Al Holmes Academy of Blended Learning has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Al Holmes Academy of Blended Learning?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Al Holmes Academy of Blended Learning has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Al Holmes Academy of Blended Learning a charter school?
No, Al Holmes Academy of Blended Learning is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Al Holmes Academy of Blended Learning a Title I school?
No, Al Holmes Academy of Blended Learning is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Al Holmes Academy of Blended Learning?
90.8% of students at Al Holmes Academy of Blended Learning qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 391
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 80.8%
- Phone
- (313) 866-5644
Resources & Links
District
Detroit Public Schools Community District- District Enrollment
- 48,271
- Schools in District
- 106
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,138
- District Rank
- #51 of 99
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