Very Good
#506 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 16% in state
Escuela Avancemos
Elementary School · Escuela Avancemos
2635 HOWARD ST, Detroit, MI 48216
Enrollment
422
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
422
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#506 of 3,192
In Detroit
#11 of 178
public schools
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Escuela Avancemos
Elementary School in Detroit · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Escuela Avancemos
Escuela Avancemos is a public elementary school in Detroit, MI, part of Escuela Avancemos. Escuela Avancemos serves approximately 422 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Escuela Avancemos has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #506 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Escuela Avancemos show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Escuela Avancemos is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Escuela Avancemos — Students at Escuela Avancemos score 18% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 12%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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 Escuela Avancemos Compares
See how Escuela Avancemos performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2635 HOWARD ST, Detroit, MI 48216
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Escuela Avancemos may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maybury Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Edmonson Montessori (rated 7.4/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy (rated 7.3/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Detroit, see our Detroit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Covenant High School Southwest Detroit | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Detroit Public Safety Academy Detroit | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Earhart ElementaryMiddle School Detroit | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Western International High School Detroit | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Maybury Elementary School Detroit | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Burton International Academy Detroit | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Covenant High School Central Detroit | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Clippert Academy Detroit | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Cass Technical High School Detroit | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| HOLY REDEEMER GRADE SCHOOL Detroit | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| DETROIT CRISTO REY HIGH SCHOOL Detroit | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Edmonson Montessori Detroit | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Detroit Lions Academy Detroit | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| George Crockett Academy Detroit | 2.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy Detroit | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Detroit School of Arts Detroit | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Academy of The Americas High School Detroit | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| WAY Michigan Detroit | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| New Paradigm College Prep Detroit | 2.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine Detroit | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48216 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,278
Median Home Value
$225,300
Median Rent
$860/mo
Population
5,681
College Educated
37.1%
Homeownership
35.6%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
29.9%
Median Age
33.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alaiedon Elementary School Mason, MI | 7.7 |
| Andrews Elementary School Three Rivers, MI | 7.7 |
| Dixon Elementary School Detroit, MI | 7.7 |
| Dodson Elementary School Canton, MI | 7.7 |
| Dublin Elementary White Lake, MI | 7.7 |
| Holly Academy Holly, MI | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Escuela Avancemos
What grades does Escuela Avancemos serve?
Escuela Avancemos serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Escuela Avancemos?
Escuela Avancemos has an enrollment of approximately 422 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Escuela Avancemos?
The student-teacher ratio at Escuela Avancemos is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Escuela Avancemos rank in MI?
Escuela Avancemos ranks #506 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Escuela Avancemos's MySchoolScout rating?
Escuela Avancemos has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Escuela Avancemos?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Escuela Avancemos has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
Is Escuela Avancemos a charter school?
Yes, Escuela Avancemos is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Escuela Avancemos a Title I school?
No, Escuela Avancemos is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Escuela Avancemos?
100.0% of students at Escuela Avancemos 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 422
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.3%
- Phone
- (313) 596-0079
Resources & Links
District
Escuela Avancemos- District Enrollment
- 422
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,911
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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