Very Good
#919 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 29% in state
Barton Elementary School
Elementary School · Detroit Public Schools Community District
8530 JOY RD, Detroit, MI 48204
Enrollment
192
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
192
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#919 of 3,192
In Detroit
#37 of 178
public schools
In district
#32 of 99
Detroit Public Schools Community District
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Barton Elementary School
Elementary School in Detroit · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Barton Elementary School
Barton Elementary School is a public elementary school in Detroit, MI, part of Detroit Public Schools Community District. Barton Elementary School serves approximately 192 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Barton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #919 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Barton Elementary School show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 192 students, Barton Elementary 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 Barton Elementary 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.
76% of students at Barton Elementary School 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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Barton Elementary School — Students at Barton Elementary School score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 12 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 10.0/10.
How Barton Elementary School Compares
See how Barton Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8530 JOY RD, Detroit, MI 48204
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Barton Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Keidan Special Education Center (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lowrey Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Dearborn), with a very similar rating. Additionally, McCollough Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Dearborn), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Detroit, see our Detroit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mackenzie ElementaryMiddle School Detroit | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Charles R Drew Transition Center Detroit | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| McDonald Elementary School Dearborn | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Riverside Academy Dearborn | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Noble ElementaryMiddle School Detroit | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Iris Becker Elementary School Dearborn | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Priest ElementaryMiddle School Detroit | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| GREAT REVELATIONS ACADEMY Dearborn | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Hope Academy Detroit | 1.7 mi | 3.1 |
| Lowrey Middle School Dearborn | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| McCollough Elementary School Dearborn | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Lowrey Elementary School Dearborn | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Flagship Charter Academy Detroit | 2.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Unis Middle School Dearborn | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Keidan Special Education Center Detroit | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Munger ElementaryMiddle School Detroit | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| INTERNATIONAL ISLAMIC ACADEMY Detroit | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| AL-FURQAN QURAN ACADEMY Detroit | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| SER Metro YouthBuild Learning Academy Dearborn | 2.2 mi | — |
| Universal Academy Detroit | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$32,875
Median Home Value
$53,600
Median Rent
$970/mo
Population
19,723
College Educated
10.2%
Homeownership
52.5%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
36.4%
Median Age
41
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| George D Gilbert Elementary School Gwinn, MI | 7.1 |
| Greenfield Elementary School Beverly Hills, MI | 7.1 |
| Norton Elementary School Three Rivers, MI | 7.1 |
| Ridgemoor Park Montessori Grand Rapids, MI | 7.1 |
| Rutherford Winans Academy Detroit, MI | 7.1 |
| ST JOHN VIANNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wyoming, MI | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Barton Elementary School
What grades does Barton Elementary School serve?
Barton Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Barton Elementary School?
Barton Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 192 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Barton Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Barton Elementary School is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Barton Elementary School rank in MI?
Barton Elementary School ranks #919 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Barton Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Barton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Barton Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Barton Elementary School has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Barton Elementary School a charter school?
No, Barton Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Barton Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Barton Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Barton Elementary School?
91.7% of students at Barton Elementary 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
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 192
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 76.0%
- Phone
- (313) 873-7441
Resources & Links
District
Detroit Public Schools Community District- District Enrollment
- 48,271
- Schools in District
- 106
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,138
- District Rank
- #32 of 99
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