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#1582 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 50% in state
John R King Academic and Performing Arts Academy
Elementary School · Detroit Public Schools Community District
15850 STRATHMOOR ST, Detroit, MI 48227
Enrollment
845
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
845
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,582 of 3,192
In Detroit
#76 of 178
public schools
In district
#61 of 99
Detroit Public Schools Community District
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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John R King Academic and Performing Arts Academy
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About John R King Academic and Performing Arts Academy
John R King Academic and Performing Arts Academy is a public elementary school in Detroit, MI, part of Detroit Public Schools Community District. John R King Academic and Performing Arts Academy serves approximately 845 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. John R King Academic and Performing Arts Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,582 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for John R King Academic and Performing Arts Academy show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at John R King Academic and Performing Arts 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.
77% of students at John R King Academic and Performing Arts 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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John R King Academic and Performing Arts Academy — Students at John R King Academic and Performing Arts Academy score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.1%
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 John R King Academic and Performing Arts Academy Compares
See how John R King Academic and Performing Arts Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
15850 STRATHMOOR ST, Detroit, MI 48227
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John R King Academic and Performing Arts Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Foreign Language Immersion and Cultural Studies (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Coleman A Young Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Rutherford Winans Academy (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Detroit, see our Detroit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Coleman A Young Elementary School Detroit | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Randolph Career and Technical Center Detroit | 0.7 mi | — |
| LincolnKing Adams Young School Grove Campus Detroit | 0.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Foreign Language Immersion and Cultural Studies Detroit | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Jerry L White Center Detroit | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Renaissance High School Detroit | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| AdamsYoung Building Detroit | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| University Yes Academy Detroit | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Burns ElementaryMiddle School Detroit | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Martin Luther King Jr Education Center Academy Detroit | 0.9 mi | 2.5 |
| Detroit Achievement Academy Detroit | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| LOYOLA HIGH SCHOOL Detroit | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Schulze Academy for Technology and Arts Detroit | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| David Ellis Academy Detroit | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Mumford High School Detroit | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Rutherford Winans Academy Detroit | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| DETROIT CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS OF EXCELLENCE Detroit | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Edison Elementary School Detroit | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Vernor Elementary School Detroit | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| The School at Marygrove Detroit | 1.7 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48227 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,221
Median Home Value
$70,900
Median Rent
$1,034/mo
Population
39,474
College Educated
11.9%
Homeownership
56.5%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
31.2%
Median Age
37.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beacon Tree Elementary School Shelby Township, MI | 6.3 |
| Clio Elementary Clio, MI | 6.3 |
| Earhart ElementaryMiddle School Detroit, MI | 6.3 |
| HT Smith Elementary School Fowlerville, MI | 6.3 |
| Huron Elementary School Clinton Twp, MI | 6.3 |
| Jackman Road Elementary School Temperance, MI | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John R King Academic and Performing Arts Academy
What grades does John R King Academic and Performing Arts Academy serve?
John R King Academic and Performing Arts Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend John R King Academic and Performing Arts Academy?
John R King Academic and Performing Arts Academy has an enrollment of approximately 845 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John R King Academic and Performing Arts Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at John R King Academic and Performing Arts Academy is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John R King Academic and Performing Arts Academy rank in MI?
John R King Academic and Performing Arts Academy ranks #1,582 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is John R King Academic and Performing Arts Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
John R King Academic and Performing Arts Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 John R King Academic and Performing Arts Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John R King Academic and Performing Arts Academy has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is John R King Academic and Performing Arts Academy a charter school?
No, John R King Academic and Performing Arts Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John R King Academic and Performing Arts Academy a Title I school?
No, John R King Academic and Performing Arts Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John R King Academic and Performing Arts Academy?
92.1% of students at John R King Academic and Performing Arts 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 845
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 76.7%
- Phone
- (313) 866-9600
Resources & Links
District
Detroit Public Schools Community District- District Enrollment
- 48,271
- Schools in District
- 106
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,138
- District Rank
- #61 of 99
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