Very Good
#761 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 24% in state
Coleman a Young Elementary School
Elementary School · Detroit Public Schools Community District
15771 HUBBELL ST, Detroit, MI 48227
Enrollment
371
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
371
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#761 of 3,192
In Detroit
#22 of 178
public schools
In district
#18 of 99
Detroit Public Schools Community District
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Coleman a Young Elementary School
Coleman a Young Elementary School is a public elementary school in Detroit, MI, part of Detroit Public Schools Community District. Coleman a Young Elementary School serves approximately 371 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Coleman a Young Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #761 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Coleman a Young Elementary School show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Coleman a Young 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.
78% of students at Coleman a Young 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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Coleman a Young Elementary School — Students at Coleman a Young Elementary School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93%
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: 9.8/10.
How Coleman a Young Elementary School Compares
See how Coleman a Young Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
15771 HUBBELL ST, Detroit, MI 48227
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Coleman a Young Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Foreign Language Immersion and Cultural Studies (rated 8.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Rutherford Winans Academy (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Dossin ElementaryMiddle School (rated 7.0/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Detroit, see our Detroit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48227 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,221
Median Home Value
$70,900
Median Rent
$1,034/mo
Population
39,474
College Educated
11.9%
Homeownership
56.5%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
31.2%
Median Age
37.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Barnard Elementary School Troy, MI | 7.3 |
| Brooklands Elementary School Rochester Hills, MI | 7.3 |
| Brown Elementary School New Boston, MI | 7.3 |
| Buchanan Elementary School Livonia, MI | 7.3 |
| Cherry Creek Elementary School Lowell, MI | 7.3 |
| Cheyenne Elementary School Macomb, MI | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Coleman a Young Elementary School
What grades does Coleman a Young Elementary School serve?
Coleman a Young Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Coleman a Young Elementary School?
Coleman a Young Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 371 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Coleman a Young Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Coleman a Young Elementary School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Coleman a Young Elementary School rank in MI?
Coleman a Young Elementary School ranks #761 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Coleman a Young Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Coleman a Young Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Coleman a Young Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Coleman a Young Elementary School has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Coleman a Young Elementary School a charter school?
No, Coleman a Young Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Coleman a Young Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Coleman a Young Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Coleman a Young Elementary School?
93.0% of students at Coleman a Young 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
- 371
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 77.9%
- Phone
- (313) 852-0725
Resources & Links
District
Detroit Public Schools Community District- District Enrollment
- 48,271
- Schools in District
- 106
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,138
- District Rank
- #18 of 99
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