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#1421 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 45% in state
Munger Elementarymiddle School
Elementary School · Detroit Public Schools Community District
5525 Martin, Detroit, MI 48216
Enrollment
933
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
933
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,421 of 3,192
In Detroit
#65 of 178
public schools
In district
#55 of 99
Detroit Public Schools Community District
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Munger Elementarymiddle School
Elementary School in Detroit · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Munger Elementarymiddle School
Munger Elementarymiddle School is a public elementary school in Detroit, MI, part of Detroit Public Schools Community District. Munger Elementarymiddle School serves approximately 933 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Munger Elementarymiddle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,421 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Munger Elementarymiddle School show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Munger 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.
53% of students at Munger 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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Munger Elementarymiddle School — Students at Munger Elementarymiddle School score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.6%
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 Munger Elementarymiddle School Compares
See how Munger Elementarymiddle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5525 Martin, Detroit, MI 48216
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Munger Elementarymiddle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Barton Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Harms Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Detroit, see our Detroit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Priest ElementaryMiddle School Detroit | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Cesar Chavez Academy Intermediate Detroit | 0.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Voyageur Academy Detroit | 0.7 mi | 2.6 |
| Academy of the Americas at Logan Detroit | 0.8 mi | 2.8 |
| Voyageur College Prep Detroit | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Universal Academy Detroit | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Hope of Detroit Academy Elementary Detroit | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Hope of Detroit Academy MiddleHigh Detroit | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| AL-FURQAN QURAN ACADEMY Detroit | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| SampsonWebber Leadership Academy Detroit | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| New Paradigm College Prep Detroit | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| SER Metro YouthBuild Learning Academy Dearborn | 1.3 mi | — |
| Harms Elementary School Detroit | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Academy of The Americas High School Detroit | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary Detroit | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Bennett Elementary School Detroit | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| WAY Academy Vernor Site Detroit | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| McDonald Elementary School Dearborn | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Barton Elementary School Detroit | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Cesar Chavez Middle School Detroit | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48216 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,278
Median Home Value
$225,300
Median Rent
$860/mo
Population
5,681
College Educated
37.1%
Homeownership
35.6%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
29.9%
Median Age
33.5
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|---|---|
| Edward Duke Ellington at Beckham Detroit, MI | 6.5 |
| Paragon Charter Academy Jackson, MI | 6.5 |
| Quest Charter Academy Taylor, MI | 6.5 |
| Central Elementary School Davison, MI | 6.4 |
| Meridian Elementary School Sanford, MI | 6.6 |
| Miller Elementary School Dearborn, MI | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Munger Elementarymiddle School
What grades does Munger Elementarymiddle School serve?
Munger Elementarymiddle School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Munger Elementarymiddle School?
Munger Elementarymiddle School has an enrollment of approximately 933 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Munger Elementarymiddle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Munger Elementarymiddle School is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Munger Elementarymiddle School rank in MI?
Munger Elementarymiddle School ranks #1,421 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Munger Elementarymiddle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Munger Elementarymiddle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Munger Elementarymiddle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Munger Elementarymiddle School has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Munger Elementarymiddle School a charter school?
No, Munger Elementarymiddle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Munger Elementarymiddle School a Title I school?
No, Munger Elementarymiddle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Munger Elementarymiddle School?
77.6% of students at Munger 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
- 933
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.6%
- Phone
- (313) 873-0655
Resources & Links
District
Detroit Public Schools Community District- District Enrollment
- 48,271
- Schools in District
- 106
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,138
- District Rank
- #55 of 99
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