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#1656 of 3,192 schools in MI
Emerson Elementarymiddle School
Elementary School · Detroit Public Schools Community District
18240 HUNTINGTON RD, Detroit, MI 48219
Enrollment
569
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
569
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,656 of 3,192
In Detroit
#87 of 178
public schools
In district
#70 of 99
Detroit Public Schools Community District
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Emerson Elementarymiddle School
Emerson Elementarymiddle School is a public elementary school in Detroit, MI, part of Detroit Public Schools Community District. Emerson Elementarymiddle School serves approximately 569 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Emerson Elementarymiddle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,656 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Emerson Elementarymiddle School show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Emerson 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.
90% of students at Emerson 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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Emerson Elementarymiddle School — Students at Emerson Elementarymiddle School score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.7%
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: 9.5/10.
How Emerson Elementarymiddle School Compares
See how Emerson Elementarymiddle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
18240 HUNTINGTON RD, Detroit, MI 48219
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Emerson Elementarymiddle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pembroke Academy (rated 9.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bow ElementaryMiddle School (rated 7.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rutherford Winans Academy (rated 7.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Detroit, see our Detroit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| INTERNATIONAL CHILD CARE CENTER Detroit | 0.7 mi | — |
| LincolnKing AdamsYoung 68 Detroit | 0.8 mi | 2.9 |
| Old Redford Academy High Detroit | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Cooke STEM Academy Detroit | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Henry Ford High School Detroit | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Rutherford Winans Academy Detroit | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Detroit Service Learning Academy Campus Detroit | 1.3 mi | 2.1 |
| Old Redford Academy Middle School Detroit | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Old Redford Academy Elementary Detroit | 1.5 mi | 2.3 |
| Southfield Regional Academic Campus Southfield | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Pembroke Academy Detroit | 1.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Bow ElementaryMiddle School Detroit | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Edison Elementary School Detroit | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Detroit Achievement Academy Detroit | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| MadisonCarver Academy Detroit | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Gompers ElementaryMiddle School Detroit | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| AGBU AlexMarie Manoogian School Southfield | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| DETROIT CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS OF EXCELLENCE Detroit | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Charles Wright Academy of Arts and Science Detroit | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Renaissance High School Detroit | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48219 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,882
Median Home Value
$84,500
Median Rent
$1,037/mo
Population
45,788
College Educated
13.4%
Homeownership
56.5%
Avg Commute
27.8 min
Poverty Rate
27.3%
Median Age
38.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Amberly Elementary School Portage, MI | 6.2 |
| Bath Elementary School Bath, MI | 6.2 |
| Burton International Academy Detroit, MI | 6.2 |
| Carver STEM Academy Detroit, MI | 6.2 |
| Cherry Creek Elementary School Marquette, MI | 6.2 |
| Daisy Brook Elementary School Fremont, MI | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Emerson Elementarymiddle School
What grades does Emerson Elementarymiddle School serve?
Emerson Elementarymiddle School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Emerson Elementarymiddle School?
Emerson Elementarymiddle School has an enrollment of approximately 569 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Emerson Elementarymiddle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Emerson Elementarymiddle School is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Emerson Elementarymiddle School rank in MI?
Emerson Elementarymiddle School ranks #1,656 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Emerson Elementarymiddle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Emerson Elementarymiddle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Emerson Elementarymiddle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Emerson Elementarymiddle School has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Emerson Elementarymiddle School a charter school?
No, Emerson Elementarymiddle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Emerson Elementarymiddle School a Title I school?
No, Emerson Elementarymiddle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Emerson Elementarymiddle School?
90.7% of students at Emerson 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
- 569
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 89.8%
- Phone
- (313) 831-9688
Resources & Links
District
Detroit Public Schools Community District- District Enrollment
- 48,271
- Schools in District
- 106
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,138
- District Rank
- #70 of 99
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