Very Good
#824 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 26% in state
Carstens Elementarymiddle School
Elementary School · Detroit Public Schools Community District
13000 Essex Avenue, Detroit, MI 48215
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#824 of 3,192
In Detroit
#24 of 178
public schools
In district
#20 of 99
Detroit Public Schools Community District
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Carstens Elementarymiddle School
Carstens Elementarymiddle School is a public elementary school in Detroit, MI, part of Detroit Public Schools Community District. Carstens Elementarymiddle School serves approximately 274 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Carstens Elementarymiddle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #824 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Carstens Elementarymiddle School show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Carstens Elementarymiddle 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.
86% of students at Carstens Elementarymiddle 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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Carstens Elementarymiddle School — Students at Carstens Elementarymiddle School score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 14%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.7%
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: 9.8/10.
How Carstens Elementarymiddle School Compares
See how Carstens Elementarymiddle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
13000 Essex Avenue, Detroit, MI 48215
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carstens Elementarymiddle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. George Defer Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Grosse Pointe Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lewis Maire Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Grosse Pointe), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST CLARE OF MONTEFALCO SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Grosse Pointe Park), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Detroit, see our Detroit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48215 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$33,741
Median Home Value
$105,400
Median Rent
$897/mo
Population
10,238
College Educated
19.4%
Homeownership
49%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
39.2%
Median Age
38.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AkronFairgrove Elem School Akron, MI | 7.2 |
| Anderson Elementary School Bronson, MI | 7.2 |
| Bentheim Elementary School Hamilton, MI | 7.2 |
| Cameron Elementary School Gladstone, MI | 7.2 |
| Central Elementary School Petoskey, MI | 7.2 |
| Daniel Axford Elementary School Oxford, MI | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carstens Elementarymiddle School
What grades does Carstens Elementarymiddle School serve?
Carstens Elementarymiddle School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Carstens Elementarymiddle School?
Carstens Elementarymiddle School has an enrollment of approximately 274 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carstens Elementarymiddle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Carstens Elementarymiddle School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carstens Elementarymiddle School rank in MI?
Carstens Elementarymiddle School ranks #824 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Carstens Elementarymiddle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Carstens Elementarymiddle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Carstens Elementarymiddle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carstens Elementarymiddle School has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Carstens Elementarymiddle School a charter school?
No, Carstens Elementarymiddle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carstens Elementarymiddle School a Title I school?
No, Carstens Elementarymiddle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carstens Elementarymiddle School?
96.7% of students at Carstens Elementarymiddle 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 274
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 85.8%
- Phone
- (313) 866-5500
Resources & Links
District
Detroit Public Schools Community District- District Enrollment
- 48,271
- Schools in District
- 106
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,138
- District Rank
- #20 of 99
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