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Global Heights Academy

Elementary School · Global Heights Academy

23713 Joy Road, Dearborn Heights, MI 48127

Charter

Enrollment

277

Student-Teacher

19.8:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#2,299 of 3,192

In Dearborn Heights

#13 of 20

public schools

School environment

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Global Heights Academy

5.3/10

Elementary School in Dearborn Heights · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Global Heights Academy

Global Heights Academy is a public elementary school in Dearborn Heights, MI, part of Global Heights Academy. Global Heights Academy serves approximately 277 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Global Heights Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,299 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Global Heights Academy show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts below MI schools
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Global Heights Academy 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.9 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.2Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency8.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-36.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-33.7 pts
Overall Proficiency7% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)13% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile13th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,742
Chronic Absenteeism13%

Global Heights Academy — Students at Global Heights Academy score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 15.3% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 20.5% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
43.1% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 32 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2010
Math
74.5%
ELA
74.5%
2011
Math
5%
ELA
24.5%
2012
Math
12%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2022
Math
5%
ELA
8.3%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How Global Heights Academy Compares

See how Global Heights Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
28th percentile in MI
Academic
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.0%

Location

23713 Joy Road, Dearborn Heights, MI 48127

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Global Heights Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST ANSELM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dixon Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Detroit), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST LINUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dearborn Heights, see our Dearborn Heights schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
WESTSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Detroit 0.7 mi 5.9
Hillcrest Elementary School Dearborn Heights 0.8 mi 5.0
Crestwood Accelerated Program Dearborn Heights 0.8 mi
Vandenberg Elementary School Redford 0.7 mi 4.6
Westfield Preparatory High School Redford 0.9 mi 4.7
Ann Arbor Trail Magnet School Detroit 0.8 mi 7.6
CAROLINE EDUCATION COMMUNITY INTERNATIONAL PSA Dearborn 1.0 mi 3.7
WashingtonParks Academy Redford 1.1 mi 2.4
Dearborn STEM Middle School Dearborn Heights 1.2 mi 9.3
Dearborn Magnet High School Dearborn Heights 1.3 mi 5.4
Howe Trainable Center and Montessori Dearborn Hts 1.3 mi 6.5
Fisher Elementary School Redford 1.2 mi 4.3
Dixon Elementary School Detroit 1.2 mi 7.7
Star International Academy Dearborn Heights 1.6 mi 5.6
John D Pierce Middle School Redford 1.3 mi 4.2
Highview Elementary School Dearborn Heights 1.5 mi 6.0
Riverside Middle School Dearborn Heights 1.5 mi 6.2
ST ANSELM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dearborn Heights 1.9 mi 7.9
Detroit Leadership Academy K8 Detroit 1.9 mi 4.3
ST LINUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dearborn Heights 1.8 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,084

Median Home Value

$217,000

Median Rent

$1,231/mo

Population

39,943

College Educated

28.8%

Homeownership

72.8%

Avg Commute

23.3 min

Poverty Rate

19.7%

Median Age

34.7

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Dieck Elementary School Swartz Creek, MI 5.3
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Ford Early Learning Center Ypsilanti, MI 5.3
Forest Park Elementary School Eastpointe, MI 5.3
Haverhill Elementary School Portage, MI 5.3
Mary McGuire School Mount Pleasant, MI 5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Global Heights Academy

What grades does Global Heights Academy serve?

Global Heights Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Global Heights Academy?

Global Heights Academy has an enrollment of approximately 277 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Global Heights Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Global Heights Academy is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Global Heights Academy rank in MI?

Global Heights Academy ranks #2,299 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Global Heights Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Global Heights Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Global Heights Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Global Heights Academy has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

Is Global Heights Academy a charter school?

Yes, Global Heights Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Global Heights Academy a Title I school?

No, Global Heights Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Global Heights Academy?

99.3% of students at Global Heights 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
72 Very Walkable
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
277
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Wayne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.0%

District

Global Heights Academy
District Enrollment
277
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,742
District Rank
#1 of 1

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