Average
#1809 of 3,192 schools in MI
Bunche Preparatory Academy
Elementary School · Detroit Public Schools Community District
2715 Macomb Street, Detroit, MI 48207
Enrollment
357
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
357
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,809 of 3,192
In Detroit
#102 of 178
public schools
In district
#80 of 99
Detroit Public Schools Community District
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Bunche Preparatory Academy
Bunche Preparatory Academy is a public elementary school in Detroit, MI, part of Detroit Public Schools Community District. Bunche Preparatory Academy serves approximately 357 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Bunche Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,809 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Bunche Preparatory Academy show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Bunche Preparatory Academy 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.
100% of students at Bunche Preparatory Academy 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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Bunche Preparatory Academy — Students at Bunche Preparatory Academy score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.2%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 8.7/10.
How Bunche Preparatory Academy Compares
See how Bunche Preparatory Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2715 Macomb Street, Detroit, MI 48207
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bunche Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Moses Field Center (rated 9.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chrysler Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, The James and Grace Lee Boggs School (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably 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 48207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,561
Median Home Value
$193,800
Median Rent
$1,040/mo
Population
20,068
College Educated
35.5%
Homeownership
25.8%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
28.8%
Median Age
41.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bunche Preparatory Academy
What grades does Bunche Preparatory Academy serve?
Bunche Preparatory Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Bunche Preparatory Academy?
Bunche Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 357 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bunche Preparatory Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Bunche Preparatory Academy is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bunche Preparatory Academy rank in MI?
Bunche Preparatory Academy ranks #1,809 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Bunche Preparatory Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Bunche Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Bunche Preparatory Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bunche Preparatory Academy has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Bunche Preparatory Academy a charter school?
No, Bunche Preparatory Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bunche Preparatory Academy a Title I school?
No, Bunche Preparatory Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bunche Preparatory Academy?
90.2% of students at Bunche Preparatory Academy 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
- 357
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 99.7%
- Phone
- (313) 494-8350
Resources & Links
District
Detroit Public Schools Community District- District Enrollment
- 48,271
- Schools in District
- 106
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,138
- District Rank
- #80 of 99
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