Average
#1246 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 39% in state
Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School
Elementary School · Detroit Public Schools Community District
8145 Puritan Street, Detroit, MI 48227
Enrollment
690
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
690
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,246 of 3,192
In Detroit
#53 of 178
public schools
In district
#44 of 99
Detroit Public Schools Community District
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School
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About Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School
Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School is a public elementary school in Detroit, MI, part of Detroit Public Schools Community District. Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School serves approximately 690 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,246 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Mary Mcleod Bethune 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.
60% of students at Mary Mcleod Bethune 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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Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School — Students at Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 20 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: 9.7/10.
How Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School Compares
See how Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8145 Puritan Street, Detroit, MI 48227
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bates Academy (rated 8.8/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bagley Elementary School of Journalism and Technology (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Palmer Park Preparatory Academy (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Detroit, see our Detroit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 miNeighborhood 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 |
|---|---|
| Addams Elementary and ECC Royal Oak, MI | 6.7 |
| Arno Elementary School Allen Park, MI | 6.7 |
| Clear Lake Elementary School Oxford, MI | 6.7 |
| Country Oaks Elementary School Commerce Township, MI | 6.7 |
| Eastern Elementary School Traverse City, MI | 6.7 |
| Grayling Elementary School Grayling, MI | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School
What grades does Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School serve?
Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School?
Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School has an enrollment of approximately 690 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School rank in MI?
Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School ranks #1,246 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).
Is Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School a charter school?
No, Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School a Title I school?
No, Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementarymiddle School?
92.3% of students at Mary Mcleod Bethune 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
- 690
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.3%
- Phone
- (313) 494-3830
Resources & Links
District
Detroit Public Schools Community District- District Enrollment
- 48,271
- Schools in District
- 106
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,138
- District Rank
- #44 of 99
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