Very Good
#1000 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 31% in state
Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School
Elementary School · Detroit Public Schools Community District
420 WEST 7 MILE RD, Detroit, MI 48203
Enrollment
248
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
248
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,000 of 3,192
In Detroit
#42 of 178
public schools
In district
#36 of 99
Detroit Public Schools Community District
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School
Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School is a public elementary school in Detroit, MI, part of Detroit Public Schools Community District. Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School serves approximately 248 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,000 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Greenfield Union 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.
79% of students at Greenfield Union 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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Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School — Students at Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.5%
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: 9.6/10.
How Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School Compares
See how Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
420 WEST 7 MILE RD, Detroit, MI 48203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Palmer Park Preparatory Academy (rated 7.1/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Thurgood Marshall Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CHARLOTTE MASON COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Detroit, see our Detroit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,108
Median Home Value
$76,100
Median Rent
$799/mo
Population
20,472
College Educated
19.3%
Homeownership
48.8%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
37.7%
Median Age
39.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School
What grades does Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School serve?
Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School?
Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School has an enrollment of approximately 248 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School rank in MI?
Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School ranks #1,000 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School a charter school?
No, Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School a Title I school?
No, Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School?
91.5% of students at Greenfield Union 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 248
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 78.6%
- Phone
- (313) 866-2999
Resources & Links
District
Detroit Public Schools Community District- District Enrollment
- 48,271
- Schools in District
- 106
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,138
- District Rank
- #36 of 99
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