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#1081 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 34% in state
Bennett Elementary School
Elementary School · Detroit Public Schools Community District
2111 MULLANE ST, Detroit, MI 48209
Enrollment
476
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
476
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,081 of 3,192
In Detroit
#46 of 178
public schools
In district
#39 of 99
Detroit Public Schools Community District
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Bennett Elementary School
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About Bennett Elementary School
Bennett Elementary School is a public elementary school in Detroit, MI, part of Detroit Public Schools Community District. Bennett Elementary School serves approximately 476 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Bennett Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,081 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Bennett Elementary School show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Bennett 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.
47% of students at Bennett 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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Bennett Elementary School — Students at Bennett Elementary School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 20 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: 9.4/10.
How Bennett Elementary School Compares
See how Bennett Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2111 MULLANE ST, Detroit, MI 48209
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bennett Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Harms Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Detroit, see our Detroit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary Detroit | 0.1 mi | 7.6 |
| WAY Academy Vernor Site Detroit | 0.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Harms Elementary School Detroit | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Roberto Clemente Learning Academy Detroit | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Cesar Chavez Middle School Detroit | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Cesar Chavez High School Detroit | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Salina Intermediate 4 8 Dearborn | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Salina Elementary P 3 Dearborn | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Cesar Chavez Academy Intermediate Detroit | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Academy of the Americas at Logan Detroit | 1.4 mi | 2.8 |
| Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy Detroit | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Universal Academy Detroit | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Voyageur Academy Detroit | 1.7 mi | 2.6 |
| Voyageur College Prep Detroit | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Academy of The Americas High School Detroit | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| AL-FURQAN QURAN ACADEMY Detroit | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| DETROIT CRISTO REY HIGH SCHOOL Detroit | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Munger ElementaryMiddle School Detroit | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Hope of Detroit Academy Elementary Detroit | 1.9 mi | 4.1 |
| HOLY REDEEMER GRADE SCHOOL Detroit | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,152
Median Home Value
$82,800
Median Rent
$843/mo
Population
27,534
College Educated
9.6%
Homeownership
58.5%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
30.1%
Median Age
30.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| 12th Street Elementary Portage, MI | 6.9 |
| Ashley Elementary School New Baltimore, MI | 6.9 |
| Concord Elementary School Concord, MI | 6.9 |
| Crissman Elementary School Shelby Township, MI | 6.9 |
| Deerfield Elementary School Rochester Hills, MI | 6.9 |
| Havel Elementary School Sterling Heights, MI | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bennett Elementary School
What grades does Bennett Elementary School serve?
Bennett Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Bennett Elementary School?
Bennett Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 476 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bennett Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bennett Elementary School is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bennett Elementary School rank in MI?
Bennett Elementary School ranks #1,081 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Bennett Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bennett Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Bennett Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bennett Elementary School has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Bennett Elementary School a charter school?
No, Bennett Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bennett Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Bennett Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bennett Elementary School?
75.0% of students at Bennett 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 476
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.8%
- Phone
- (313) 849-3585
Resources & Links
District
Detroit Public Schools Community District- District Enrollment
- 48,271
- Schools in District
- 106
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,138
- District Rank
- #39 of 99
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