Very Good
#573 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 18% in state
Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School
Middle School · Detroit Public Schools Community District
7635 Chatham, Detroit, MI 48239
Enrollment
102
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
7.6
Grades
2nd – 8th
Enrollment
102
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
7.6
Grades
2nd – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#573 of 3,192
In Detroit
#14 of 178
public schools
In district
#10 of 99
Detroit Public Schools Community District
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School
Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School is a public middle school in Detroit, MI, part of Detroit Public Schools Community District. Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School serves approximately 102 students, and covers grades 2nd-8th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #573 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- MI avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 102 students, Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School 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.
Score Breakdown
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Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School — Students at Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.2%
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: 9.7/10.
How Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School Compares
See how Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7635 Chatham, Detroit, MI 48239
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Dearborn STEM Middle School (rated 9.3/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Dearborn Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is Howard Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Dearborn), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST ANSELM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Dearborn Heights), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Detroit, see our Detroit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48239 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,373
Median Home Value
$145,900
Median Rent
$1,355/mo
Population
37,039
College Educated
22.7%
Homeownership
78.3%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.9%
Median Age
38
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School
What grades does Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School serve?
Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School serves students in grades 2nd through 8th.
How many students attend Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School?
Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School has an enrollment of approximately 102 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School rank in MI?
Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School ranks #573 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School a charter school?
No, Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School a Title I school?
No, Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School?
89.2% of students at Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School 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
- 2nd – 8th
- Enrollment
- 102
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wayne County
- Phone
- (313) 274-8560
Resources & Links
District
Detroit Public Schools Community District- District Enrollment
- 48,271
- Schools in District
- 106
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,138
- District Rank
- #10 of 99
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