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#1727 of 3,192 schools in MI
Gompers Elementarymiddle School
Elementary School · Detroit Public Schools Community District
14450 Burt Road, Detroit, MI 48223
Enrollment
807
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
807
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,727 of 3,192
In Detroit
#100 of 178
public schools
In district
#78 of 99
Detroit Public Schools Community District
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Gompers Elementarymiddle School
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About Gompers Elementarymiddle School
Gompers Elementarymiddle School is a public elementary school in Detroit, MI, part of Detroit Public Schools Community District. Gompers Elementarymiddle School serves approximately 807 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Gompers Elementarymiddle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,727 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Gompers Elementarymiddle School show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Gompers 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.
83% of students at Gompers 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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Gompers Elementarymiddle School — Students at Gompers Elementarymiddle School score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.4%
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: 9.6/10.
How Gompers Elementarymiddle School Compares
See how Gompers Elementarymiddle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
14450 Burt Road, Detroit, MI 48223
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gompers Elementarymiddle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dixon Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cooke STEM Academy (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Dossin ElementaryMiddle School (rated 7.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Detroit, see our Detroit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Detroit Community Schools High School Detroit | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Detroit Community Schools Elementary Detroit | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Detroit Leadership Academy K8 Detroit | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Cooke STEM Academy Detroit | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Mann Learning Community Detroit | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Old Redford Academy Middle School Detroit | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Old Redford Academy Elementary Detroit | 1.8 mi | 2.3 |
| WESTSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Detroit | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| WAY Academy Chicago Site Detroit | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| KIPP Detroit Imani Academy Detroit | 2.1 mi | 3.2 |
| WashingtonParks Academy Redford | 1.9 mi | 2.4 |
| Edison Elementary School Detroit | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Emerson ElementaryMiddle School Detroit | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Westfield Preparatory High School Redford | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Detroit Innovation Academy Detroit | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Dossin ElementaryMiddle School Detroit | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| LincolnKing AdamsYoung 68 Detroit | 2.2 mi | 2.9 |
| INTERNATIONAL CHILD CARE CENTER Detroit | 2.6 mi | — |
| Detroit Service Learning Academy Campus Detroit | 2.5 mi | 2.1 |
| Dixon Elementary School Detroit | 2.6 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48223 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,324
Median Home Value
$87,700
Median Rent
$1,013/mo
Population
24,262
College Educated
18.9%
Homeownership
55.5%
Avg Commute
26.9 min
Poverty Rate
23.9%
Median Age
34
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Green Acres Elementary School Warren, MI | 6.1 |
| Henderson Academy Detroit, MI | 6.1 |
| Joseph K Lumsden Bahweting Anishnabe Academy Sault Sainte Marie, MI | 6.1 |
| Lake City Elementary School Lake City, MI | 6.1 |
| McFall Elementary School Middleville, MI | 6.1 |
| Robert M Larson Elementary School Harrison, MI | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gompers Elementarymiddle School
What grades does Gompers Elementarymiddle School serve?
Gompers Elementarymiddle School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Gompers Elementarymiddle School?
Gompers Elementarymiddle School has an enrollment of approximately 807 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gompers Elementarymiddle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Gompers Elementarymiddle School 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 Gompers Elementarymiddle School rank in MI?
Gompers Elementarymiddle School ranks #1,727 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Gompers Elementarymiddle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Gompers Elementarymiddle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Gompers Elementarymiddle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gompers Elementarymiddle School has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Gompers Elementarymiddle School a charter school?
No, Gompers Elementarymiddle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gompers Elementarymiddle School a Title I school?
No, Gompers Elementarymiddle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gompers Elementarymiddle School?
91.4% of students at Gompers 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
- 807
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 83.3%
- Phone
- (313) 494-7495
Resources & Links
District
Detroit Public Schools Community District- District Enrollment
- 48,271
- Schools in District
- 106
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,138
- District Rank
- #78 of 99
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