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Earl F Carr School

Elementary School · Lincoln Park School District of the City of

3901 FERRIS AVE, Lincoln Park, MI 48146

Enrollment

306

Student-Teacher

17:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,612 of 3,192

In Lincoln Park

#3 of 10

public schools

In district

#3 of 10

Lincoln Park School District of the City of

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Earl F Carr School

6.3/10

Elementary School in Lincoln Park · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Earl F Carr School

Earl F Carr School is a public elementary school in Lincoln Park, MI, part of Lincoln Park School District of the City of. Earl F Carr School serves approximately 306 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Earl F Carr School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,612 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Earl F Carr School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • MI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-22.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.3 pts
Overall Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)19% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,564
Chronic Absenteeism26.5%

Earl F Carr School — Students at Earl F Carr School score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

89.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 28.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 44.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
43.1% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
17%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
22%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
7.5%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
20.1%
ELA
34.1%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How Earl F Carr School Compares

See how Earl F Carr School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
50th percentile in MI
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
89%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.5%

Location

3901 FERRIS AVE, Lincoln Park, MI 48146

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Earl F Carr School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hoover School (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Max Paun School (rated 6.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lincoln Park, see our Lincoln Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lincoln Park 0.5 mi 7.0
Woodrow Wilson School Wyandotte 0.6 mi 5.5
Mixter School Lincoln Park 0.7 mi 5.8
Hoover School Lincoln Park 0.6 mi 7.5
Jefferson Elementary School Wyandotte 0.8 mi 4.5
The Lincoln Center Wyandotte 0.7 mi 7.3
Keppen School Lincoln Park 1.0 mi 5.6
James Foote School Lincoln Park 1.0 mi 4.5
Lincoln Park Middle School Lincoln Park 1.2 mi 5.5
Lincoln Park High School Lincoln Park 1.4 mi 5.5
Washington Elementary School Wyandotte 1.5 mi 6.5
Grogan Elementary School Southgate 1.4 mi 3.6
GrandPort Elementary Academy Ecorse 1.5 mi 2.9
Raupp School Lincoln Park 1.7 mi 5.0
Max Paun School Lincoln Park 1.6 mi 6.8
Shelters Elementary School Southgate 1.5 mi 6.7
Lafayette School Lincoln Park 2.1 mi 4.4
ST PIUS SCHOOL Southgate 1.9 mi 6.7
Garfield Elementary School Wyandotte 1.9 mi 4.6
Allen Park Middle School Allen Park 1.8 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48146 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,183

Median Home Value

$117,400

Median Rent

$972/mo

Population

39,511

College Educated

11.3%

Homeownership

69.8%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

22.1%

Median Age

34.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Earl F Carr School

What grades does Earl F Carr School serve?

Earl F Carr School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Earl F Carr School?

Earl F Carr School has an enrollment of approximately 306 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Earl F Carr School?

The student-teacher ratio at Earl F Carr School is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Earl F Carr School rank in MI?

Earl F Carr School ranks #1,612 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Earl F Carr School's MySchoolScout rating?

Earl F Carr School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Earl F Carr School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Earl F Carr School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Earl F Carr School a charter school?

No, Earl F Carr School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Earl F Carr School a Title I school?

No, Earl F Carr School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Earl F Carr School?

89.2% of students at Earl F Carr 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
70 Very Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
89.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Wayne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.5%

District

Lincoln Park School District of the City of
District Enrollment
4,906
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,564
District Rank
#3 of 10

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