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#699 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 22% in state

Edmonson Montessori

Elementary School · Detroit Public Schools Community District

1300 W CANFIELD ST, Detroit, MI 48201

Enrollment

215

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#699 of 3,192

In Detroit

#18 of 178

public schools

In district

#14 of 99

Detroit Public Schools Community District

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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7.4/10

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About Edmonson Montessori

Edmonson Montessori is a public elementary school in Detroit, MI, part of Detroit Public Schools Community District. Edmonson Montessori serves approximately 215 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Edmonson Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #699 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Edmonson Montessori show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.7
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Edmonson Montessori 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data3
Annual Change-0.77 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2022
TrendStable
Academics3.2Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-23.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14.6 pts
Overall Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-26.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile13th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,138
Chronic Absenteeism23.3%

Edmonson Montessori — Students at Edmonson Montessori score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

40.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 21.3% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 26.1% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
43.1% (2022 EdFacts)

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
19.5%
ELA
26.8%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How Edmonson Montessori Compares

See how Edmonson Montessori performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
78th percentile in MI
Academic
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
41%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.3%

Location

1300 W CANFIELD ST, Detroit, MI 48201

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Edmonson Montessori may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Escuela Avancemos (rated 7.7/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Golightly Education Center (rated 7.2/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Spain ElementaryMiddle School (rated 6.9/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Detroit, see our Detroit schools guide .

Nearby Schools

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School Distance Rating
Detroit Lions Academy Detroit 0.5 mi 5.9
Burton International Academy Detroit 0.7 mi 6.2
George Crockett Academy Detroit 0.7 mi 3.8
Detroit School of Arts Detroit 0.7 mi 6.7
University Preparatory Academy PSAD Elementary Detroit 0.9 mi 2.9
University Preparatory Academy PSAD High School Detroit 1.0 mi 6.1
University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD Middle School Detroit 0.9 mi 4.8
University Preparatory Academy PSAD Elementary Detroit 1.1 mi 2.9
Cass Technical High School Detroit 1.0 mi 7.8
University Preparatory Art Design MiddleHigh Detroit 1.3 mi 4.4
Covenant High School Central Detroit 1.2 mi 5.0
University Preparatory Academy PSAD Middle Detroit 1.2 mi 3.5
Golightly Education Center Detroit 1.3 mi 7.2
Spain ElementaryMiddle School Detroit 1.1 mi 6.9
Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine Detroit 1.2 mi 6.4
Detroit Public Safety Academy Detroit 1.7 mi 6.1
Escuela Avancemos Detroit 1.9 mi 7.7
Thirkell ElementaryMiddle School Detroit 1.7 mi 6.3
Plymouth Educational Center Detroit 1.6 mi 1.9
Northwestern High School Detroit 1.6 mi 6.7

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 Edmonson Montessori

What grades does Edmonson Montessori serve?

Edmonson Montessori serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Edmonson Montessori?

Edmonson Montessori has an enrollment of approximately 215 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Edmonson Montessori?

The student-teacher ratio at Edmonson Montessori is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Edmonson Montessori rank in MI?

Edmonson Montessori ranks #699 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Edmonson Montessori's MySchoolScout rating?

Edmonson Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Edmonson Montessori?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Edmonson Montessori has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

Is Edmonson Montessori a charter school?

No, Edmonson Montessori is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Edmonson Montessori a Title I school?

No, Edmonson Montessori is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edmonson Montessori?

40.9% of students at Edmonson Montessori 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
83 Very Walkable
Transit Score
60 Good Transit
Bike Score
99 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
215
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Free/Reduced Lunch
40.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Wayne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.3%

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