Excellent
#1 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 1% in state
Moses Field Center
Elementary School · Detroit Public Schools Community District
1100 SHERIDAN ST, Detroit, MI 48214
Enrollment
61
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
9.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
61
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
9.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1 of 3,192
In Detroit
#1 of 178
public schools
In district
#1 of 99
Detroit Public Schools Community District
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Moses Field Center
Moses Field Center is a public elementary school in Detroit, MI, part of Detroit Public Schools Community District. Moses Field Center serves approximately 61 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Moses Field Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.9 out of 10 and ranks #1 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Moses Field Center show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 9.9 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 61 students, Moses Field 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 6.8:1 students to teachers, Moses Field Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Moses Field Center — Students at Moses Field Center score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.8%
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
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 10.0/10.
How Moses Field Center Compares
See how Moses Field Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1100 SHERIDAN ST, Detroit, MI 48214
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Moses Field Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chrysler Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is The James and Grace Lee Boggs School (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, DETROIT WALDORF SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Detroit, see our Detroit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$34,807
Median Home Value
$120,500
Median Rent
$818/mo
Population
19,014
College Educated
26.9%
Homeownership
42.5%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
29.4%
Median Age
46.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Moses Field Center
What grades does Moses Field Center serve?
Moses Field Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Moses Field Center?
Moses Field Center has an enrollment of approximately 61 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Moses Field Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Moses Field Center is 6.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Moses Field Center rank in MI?
Moses Field Center ranks #1 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Moses Field Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Moses Field Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.9 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 Moses Field Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Moses Field Center has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Moses Field Center a charter school?
No, Moses Field Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Moses Field Center a Title I school?
No, Moses Field Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Moses Field Center?
73.8% of students at Moses Field 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 61
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.8%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wayne County
- Phone
- (313) 866-5790
Resources & Links
District
Detroit Public Schools Community District- District Enrollment
- 48,271
- Schools in District
- 106
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,138
- District Rank
- #1 of 99
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