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#1504 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 47% in state

Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine

High School · Detroit Public Schools Community District

571 Mack Avenue, Detroit, MI 48201

Enrollment

152

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

6.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,504 of 3,192

In Detroit

#72 of 178

public schools

In district

#60 of 99

Detroit Public Schools Community District

Academic growth

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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About Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine

Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine is a public high school in Detroit, MI, part of Detroit Public Schools Community District. Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine serves approximately 152 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,504 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021).

How it compares
  • This school 6.4 · Average

What Parents Should Know

At 152 students, Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine 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.

82% of students at Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine 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 · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data6
Annual Change-1.06 pts/yr
Data Period2016–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics2.9Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency10% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency10% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-9.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile11th
College Readiness6.9Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate82%
AP Participation26.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,138
Chronic Absenteeism81.6%

Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine — Students at Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

88.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 8.3% (multi-year average, 2016-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 16.4% (multi-year average, 2016-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 12 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2016
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2018
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
10%

* 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: 8.8/10.

How Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine Compares

See how Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
53th percentile in MI
Academic
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
6.8/10
Average
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.5
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
88%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
81.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
26.3% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

571 Mack Avenue, Detroit, MI 48201

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$24,392

Median Home Value

$401,500

Median Rent

$841/mo

Population

14,327

College Educated

37.3%

Homeownership

11.3%

Avg Commute

20.9 min

Poverty Rate

42.1%

Median Age

33.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine

What grades does Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine serve?

Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine?

Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine has an enrollment of approximately 152 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine?

The student-teacher ratio at Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine rank in MI?

Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine ranks #1,504 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine's MySchoolScout rating?

Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2021).

Is Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine a charter school?

No, Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine a Title I school?

No, Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine?

88.2% of students at Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
79 Very Walkable
Transit Score
57 Good Transit
Bike Score
78 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
152
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Free/Reduced Lunch
88.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Wayne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
81.6%
4-Year Graduation
82.0%

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