Very Good
#999 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 31% in state
Dossin Elementarymiddle School
Elementary School · Detroit Public Schools Community District
16650 GLENDALE ST, Detroit, MI 48227
Enrollment
305
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
305
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#999 of 3,192
In Detroit
#41 of 178
public schools
In district
#35 of 99
Detroit Public Schools Community District
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Dossin Elementarymiddle School
Dossin Elementarymiddle School is a public elementary school in Detroit, MI, part of Detroit Public Schools Community District. Dossin Elementarymiddle School serves approximately 305 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Dossin Elementarymiddle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #999 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Dossin Elementarymiddle School show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 10% 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 Dossin 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.
68% of students at Dossin 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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Dossin Elementarymiddle School — Students at Dossin Elementarymiddle School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.2%
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.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How Dossin Elementarymiddle School Compares
See how Dossin Elementarymiddle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
16650 GLENDALE ST, Detroit, MI 48227
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dossin Elementarymiddle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Coleman A Young Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Cooke STEM Academy (rated 7.0/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Mann Learning Community (rated 6.7/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Detroit, see our Detroit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Detroit Innovation Academy Detroit | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Edison Elementary School Detroit | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Henderson Academy Detroit | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Burns ElementaryMiddle School Detroit | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Cody High School Detroit | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| TOT TOWN CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Detroit | 1.7 mi | — |
| WAY Academy Chicago Site Detroit | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| KIPP Detroit Imani Academy Detroit | 1.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Mann Learning Community Detroit | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Cooke STEM Academy Detroit | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Coleman A Young Elementary School Detroit | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Detroit Premier Academy Detroit | 2.3 mi | 3.7 |
| John R King Academic and Performing Arts Academy Detroit | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| LincolnKing AdamsYoung 68 Detroit | 2.5 mi | 2.9 |
| Old Redford Academy High Detroit | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Detroit Community Schools High School Detroit | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Detroit Community Schools Elementary Detroit | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Gompers ElementaryMiddle School Detroit | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Jerry L White Center Detroit | 2.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Detroit Achievement Academy Detroit | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood 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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dossin Elementarymiddle School
What grades does Dossin Elementarymiddle School serve?
Dossin Elementarymiddle School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Dossin Elementarymiddle School?
Dossin Elementarymiddle School has an enrollment of approximately 305 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dossin Elementarymiddle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dossin Elementarymiddle School 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 Dossin Elementarymiddle School rank in MI?
Dossin Elementarymiddle School ranks #999 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Dossin Elementarymiddle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Dossin Elementarymiddle School 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 Dossin Elementarymiddle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dossin Elementarymiddle School has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Dossin Elementarymiddle School a charter school?
No, Dossin Elementarymiddle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dossin Elementarymiddle School a Title I school?
No, Dossin Elementarymiddle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dossin Elementarymiddle School?
88.2% of students at Dossin 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
- 305
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 68.2%
- Phone
- (313) 866-9390
Resources & Links
District
Detroit Public Schools Community District- District Enrollment
- 48,271
- Schools in District
- 106
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,138
- District Rank
- #35 of 99
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