Very Good
#575 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 18% in state
Garvey Academy
Elementary School · Detroit Public Schools Community District
2301 VAN DYKE ST, Detroit, MI 48214
Enrollment
409
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
409
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#575 of 3,192
In Detroit
#16 of 178
public schools
In district
#12 of 99
Detroit Public Schools Community District
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Garvey Academy
Garvey Academy is a public elementary school in Detroit, MI, part of Detroit Public Schools Community District. Garvey Academy serves approximately 409 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Garvey Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #575 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Garvey Academy show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Garvey Academy 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.
58% of students at Garvey Academy 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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Garvey Academy — Students at Garvey Academy score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.8/10.
How Garvey Academy Compares
See how Garvey Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2301 VAN DYKE ST, Detroit, MI 48214
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garvey Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Moses Field Center (rated 9.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is The James and Grace Lee Boggs School (rated 7.8/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, DETROIT WALDORF SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Detroit, see our Detroit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$34,807
Median Home Value
$120,500
Median Rent
$818/mo
Population
19,014
College Educated
26.9%
Homeownership
42.5%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
29.4%
Median Age
46.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bird Elementary School Plymouth, MI | 7.6 |
| Bowen Elementary Grand Rapids, MI | 7.6 |
| Breton Downs School Grand Rapids, MI | 7.6 |
| CK Schickler Elementary School Lapeer, MI | 7.6 |
| Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary Detroit, MI | 7.6 |
| Chatfield School Lapeer, MI | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garvey Academy
What grades does Garvey Academy serve?
Garvey Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Garvey Academy?
Garvey Academy has an enrollment of approximately 409 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garvey Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Garvey Academy is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garvey Academy rank in MI?
Garvey Academy ranks #575 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Garvey Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Garvey Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Garvey Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garvey Academy has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Garvey Academy a charter school?
No, Garvey Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garvey Academy a Title I school?
No, Garvey Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garvey Academy?
84.8% of students at Garvey Academy 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
- 409
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.9%
- Phone
- (313) 866-7400
Resources & Links
District
Detroit Public Schools Community District- District Enrollment
- 48,271
- Schools in District
- 106
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,138
- District Rank
- #12 of 99
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