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#1583 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 50% in state
Marquette Elementarymiddle School
Elementary School · Detroit Public Schools Community District
6145 CANYON ST, Detroit, MI 48236
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,583 of 3,192
In Detroit
#77 of 178
public schools
In district
#62 of 99
Detroit Public Schools Community District
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Marquette Elementarymiddle School
Marquette Elementarymiddle School is a public elementary school in Detroit, MI, part of Detroit Public Schools Community District. Marquette Elementarymiddle School serves approximately 438 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Marquette Elementarymiddle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,583 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Marquette Elementarymiddle School show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 8% 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 Marquette 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.
98% of students at Marquette 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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Marquette Elementarymiddle School — Students at Marquette Elementarymiddle School score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.6%
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 Marquette Elementarymiddle School Compares
See how Marquette Elementarymiddle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6145 CANYON ST, Detroit, MI 48236
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Marquette Elementarymiddle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lewis Maire Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Grosse Pointe), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST CLARE OF MONTEFALCO SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Grosse Pointe Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Richard Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Grosse Pointe Farms), which scores notably higher. 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 48236 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,776
Median Home Value
$353,000
Median Rent
$1,588/mo
Population
31,383
College Educated
67.5%
Homeownership
91.3%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
44.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carleton Elementary School Detroit, MI | 6.3 |
| Central Elementary School Linden, MI | 6.3 |
| Churchill Elementary School Muskegon, MI | 6.3 |
| Clio Intermediate School Clio, MI | 6.3 |
| Earl F Carr School Lincoln Park, MI | 6.3 |
| Grandville East Elementary School Grandville, MI | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Marquette Elementarymiddle School
What grades does Marquette Elementarymiddle School serve?
Marquette Elementarymiddle School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Marquette Elementarymiddle School?
Marquette Elementarymiddle School has an enrollment of approximately 438 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Marquette Elementarymiddle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Marquette Elementarymiddle School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Marquette Elementarymiddle School rank in MI?
Marquette Elementarymiddle School ranks #1,583 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Marquette Elementarymiddle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Marquette Elementarymiddle School 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 Marquette Elementarymiddle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Marquette Elementarymiddle School has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Marquette Elementarymiddle School a charter school?
No, Marquette Elementarymiddle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Marquette Elementarymiddle School a Title I school?
No, Marquette Elementarymiddle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Marquette Elementarymiddle School?
90.6% of students at Marquette 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
- 438
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 97.7%
- Phone
- (313) 417-9360
Resources & Links
District
Detroit Public Schools Community District- District Enrollment
- 48,271
- Schools in District
- 106
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,138
- District Rank
- #62 of 99
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