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Mason Academy
Elementary School · Detroit Public Schools Community District
19955 FENELON ST, Detroit, MI 48234
Enrollment
456
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
456
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,657 of 3,192
In Detroit
#88 of 178
public schools
In district
#71 of 99
Detroit Public Schools Community District
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Mason Academy
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About Mason Academy
Mason Academy is a public elementary school in Detroit, MI, part of Detroit Public Schools Community District. Mason Academy serves approximately 456 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Mason Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,657 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Mason Academy show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Mason 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 Mason 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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Mason Academy — Students at Mason Academy score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.3%
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: 9.3/10.
How Mason Academy Compares
See how Mason Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
19955 FENELON ST, Detroit, MI 48234
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mason Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Davison ElementaryMiddle School (rated 7.1/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Marion Law Academy (rated 6.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Legacy Charter Academy (rated 6.3/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Detroit, see our Detroit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dove Academy of Detroit Detroit | 0.6 mi | 2.9 |
| Mound Park Elementary School Warren | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Legacy Charter Academy Detroit | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Pershing High School Detroit | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Schofield Elementary School Warren | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Fitzgerald Senior High School Warren | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Fitzgerald Virtual Academy Warren | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Great Oaks Academy Warren | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Commonwealth Community Development Academy Hamtramck | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Marion Law Academy Detroit | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Cornerstone JeffersonDouglass Academy Detroit | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Frontier International Academy Detroit | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Detroit International Academy for Young Women Detroit | 2.1 mi | 8.5 |
| PD Chatterton Middle School Warren | 2.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Mark C Roose Elementary School Warren | 2.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Michigan Cyber Academy Hazel Park | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Davison ElementaryMiddle School Detroit | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Michigan Virtual Charter Academy Hazel Park | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Advantage Alternative Program Hazel Park | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Viking Virtual Academy Hazel Park | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48234 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,473
Median Home Value
$57,100
Median Rent
$965/mo
Population
32,406
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
54.5%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
35.6%
Median Age
35.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Amberly Elementary School Portage, MI | 6.2 |
| Bath Elementary School Bath, MI | 6.2 |
| Burton International Academy Detroit, MI | 6.2 |
| Carver STEM Academy Detroit, MI | 6.2 |
| Central Montcalm Elementary School Sheridan, MI | 6.2 |
| Cherry Creek Elementary School Marquette, MI | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mason Academy
What grades does Mason Academy serve?
Mason Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Mason Academy?
Mason Academy has an enrollment of approximately 456 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mason Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Mason Academy is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mason Academy rank in MI?
Mason Academy ranks #1,657 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Mason Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Mason Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Mason Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mason Academy has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Mason Academy a charter school?
No, Mason Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mason Academy a Title I school?
No, Mason Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mason Academy?
89.3% of students at Mason 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 456
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 77.4%
- Phone
- (313) 866-3600
Resources & Links
District
Detroit Public Schools Community District- District Enrollment
- 48,271
- Schools in District
- 106
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,138
- District Rank
- #71 of 99
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