Very Good
#998 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 31% in state
Cooke Stem Academy
Elementary School · Detroit Public Schools Community District
18800 PURITAN ST, Detroit, MI 48223
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#998 of 3,192
In Detroit
#40 of 178
public schools
In district
#34 of 99
Detroit Public Schools Community District
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
Shortlisting around Cooke Stem Academy?
Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Cooke Stem Academy
Elementary School in Detroit · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Lincolnking Adamsyoung 68
0.7 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
Old Redford Academy High
0.8 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Cooke Stem Academy
Cooke Stem Academy is a public elementary school in Detroit, MI, part of Detroit Public Schools Community District. Cooke Stem Academy serves approximately 333 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Cooke Stem Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #998 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Cooke Stem Academy show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Cooke Stem 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.
66% of students at Cooke Stem 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
Full Profile · 3/3 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Cooke Stem Academy — Students at Cooke Stem Academy score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 22 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 Cooke Stem Academy Compares
See how Cooke Stem Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
18800 PURITAN ST, Detroit, MI 48223
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cooke Stem Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pembroke Academy (rated 9.1/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bow ElementaryMiddle School (rated 7.5/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Rutherford Winans Academy (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Detroit, see our Detroit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LincolnKing AdamsYoung 68 Detroit | 0.7 mi | 2.9 |
| Old Redford Academy High Detroit | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Emerson ElementaryMiddle School Detroit | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Edison Elementary School Detroit | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Rutherford Winans Academy Detroit | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Gompers ElementaryMiddle School Detroit | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| INTERNATIONAL CHILD CARE CENTER Detroit | 1.7 mi | — |
| Detroit Achievement Academy Detroit | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Dossin ElementaryMiddle School Detroit | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Jerry L White Center Detroit | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Renaissance High School Detroit | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Henry Ford High School Detroit | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Old Redford Academy Middle School Detroit | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Old Redford Academy Elementary Detroit | 1.8 mi | 2.3 |
| Bow ElementaryMiddle School Detroit | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Pembroke Academy Detroit | 2.3 mi | 9.1 |
| Detroit Community Schools High School Detroit | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Detroit Community Schools Elementary Detroit | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Randolph Career and Technical Center Detroit | 1.9 mi | — |
| Detroit Service Learning Academy Campus Detroit | 2.1 mi | 2.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48223 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,324
Median Home Value
$87,700
Median Rent
$1,013/mo
Population
24,262
College Educated
18.9%
Homeownership
55.5%
Avg Commute
26.9 min
Poverty Rate
23.9%
Median Age
34
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abbot School Ann Arbor, MI | 7.0 |
| Angell Elementary School Berkley, MI | 7.0 |
| BATTLE CREEK AREA CATHOLIC SCHOOL ST JOSEPH ELEMEN Battle Creek, MI | 7.0 |
| Bingham Farms Elementary School Bingham Farms, MI | 7.0 |
| Blue Star Elementary School Holland, MI | 7.0 |
| Brown School Saint Joseph, MI | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cooke Stem Academy
What grades does Cooke Stem Academy serve?
Cooke Stem Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Cooke Stem Academy?
Cooke Stem Academy has an enrollment of approximately 333 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cooke Stem Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Cooke Stem Academy is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cooke Stem Academy rank in MI?
Cooke Stem Academy ranks #998 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Cooke Stem Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Cooke Stem Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Cooke Stem Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cooke Stem Academy has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Cooke Stem Academy a charter school?
No, Cooke Stem Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cooke Stem Academy a Title I school?
No, Cooke Stem Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cooke Stem Academy?
85.3% of students at Cooke Stem 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
Powered by 
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 333
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 65.5%
- Phone
- (313) 494-7458
Resources & Links
District
Detroit Public Schools Community District- District Enrollment
- 48,271
- Schools in District
- 106
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,138
- District Rank
- #34 of 99
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateRelated reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.