Very Good
#496 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 16% in state
Jo Brighton Skills Center
School · Wyandotte School District of the City of
4460 18TH ST, Wyandotte, MI 48192
Enrollment
157
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
4th – 12th
Enrollment
157
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
4th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#496 of 3,192
In Wyandotte
#1 of 9
public schools
In district
#1 of 9
Wyandotte School District of the City of
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Jo Brighton Skills Center
Jo Brighton Skills Center is a public school in Wyandotte, MI, part of Wyandotte School District of the City of. Jo Brighton Skills Center serves approximately 157 students, and covers grades 4th-12th, and has a 6.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Jo Brighton Skills Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #496 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Jo Brighton Skills Center show 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.2
- MI avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 157 students, Jo Brighton Skills Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 6.3:1 students to teachers, Jo Brighton Skills Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
33% of students at Jo Brighton Skills Center 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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Jo Brighton Skills Center — Students at Jo Brighton Skills Center score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 8.8/10.
How Jo Brighton Skills Center Compares
See how Jo Brighton Skills Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4460 18TH ST, Wyandotte, MI 48192
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jo Brighton Skills Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Riverview Virtual Academy (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Riverview), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Madison School (rated 7.7/10), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Wyandotte, see our Wyandotte schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Madison School Wyandotte | 0.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Monroe Elementary School Wyandotte | 0.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Riverview Community High School Riverview | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Riverview Virtual Academy Riverview | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Riverview Transition Center Riverview | 0.8 mi | — |
| Memorial Elementary School Riverview | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Washington Elementary School Wyandotte | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Roosevelt High School Wyandotte | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Davidson Middle School Southgate | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Asher School Southgate | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN SCHOOL Southgate | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Garfield Elementary School Wyandotte | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Fordline Elementary School Southgate | 1.5 mi | 3.5 |
| ST PIUS SCHOOL Southgate | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Grogan Elementary School Southgate | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Forest Elementary School Riverview | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Jefferson Elementary School Wyandotte | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Huntington Elementary School Riverview | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Seitz Middle School Riverview | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Woodrow Wilson School Wyandotte | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48192 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,846
Median Home Value
$159,700
Median Rent
$995/mo
Population
24,593
College Educated
21.1%
Homeownership
73.5%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
40.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Fruitport, MI | 7.8 |
| EwenTrout Creek Consolidated School Ewen, MI | 7.8 |
| Marion D Crouse Instr Center Flint, MI | 7.8 |
| WISE ACADEMY Dearborn Heights, MI | 7.8 |
| Bangor Township Virtual School Bay City, MI | 7.7 |
| Keith Bovenschen School Warren, MI | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jo Brighton Skills Center
What grades does Jo Brighton Skills Center serve?
Jo Brighton Skills Center serves students in grades 4th through 12th.
How many students attend Jo Brighton Skills Center?
Jo Brighton Skills Center has an enrollment of approximately 157 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jo Brighton Skills Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Jo Brighton Skills Center is 6.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jo Brighton Skills Center rank in MI?
Jo Brighton Skills Center ranks #496 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Jo Brighton Skills Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Jo Brighton Skills Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Jo Brighton Skills Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jo Brighton Skills Center has 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Jo Brighton Skills Center a charter school?
No, Jo Brighton Skills Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jo Brighton Skills Center a Title I school?
No, Jo Brighton Skills Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jo Brighton Skills Center?
49.0% of students at Jo Brighton Skills Center 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
- 4th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 157
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.0%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.5%
- Phone
- (734) 759-6300
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
Wyandotte School District of the City of- District Enrollment
- 4,232
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,505
- District Rank
- #1 of 9
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