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#275 of 462 private schools in MI

Muslim American Youth Academy

Elementary School

19500 FORD RD, Dearborn, MI 48128

Private

Enrollment

226

Student-Teacher

1:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Michigan private schools

#275 of 462

In Dearborn

#5 of 7

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Muslim American Youth Academy

6.0/10

Elementary School in Dearborn · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.9/10

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6.3/10

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About Muslim American Youth Academy

Muslim American Youth Academy is a private elementary school in Dearborn, MI. Muslim American Youth Academy serves approximately 226 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 1:1 student-teacher ratio. Muslim American Youth Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #275 of 462 private schools in MI.

How it comparesOn par with MI schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 1:1 students to teachers, Muslim American Youth Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Muslim American Youth Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Muslim American Youth Academy compares to 33 public schools serving similar grades in Dearborn, MI

Student-Teacher Ratio
1:1
This School
vs
15.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
226
This School
vs
471
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.0
This School
vs
6.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Muslim American Youth Academy Dearborn Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Muslim American Youth Academy (this school) 6.0
The Dearborn Academy 5.9
Henry Ford Elementary School 5.6
Howard Elementary School 8.4
Maples Elementary School 7.2
William Ford Elementary School 6.7
Woodworth Middle School 5.7
Charles A Lindbergh Elementary School 8.0
Duvall Elementary School 7.9
Oakman Elementary School 7.3
Geer Park Elementary School 4.9
Bryant Middle School 7.2
Stout Middle School 7.0
Riverside Academy West Campus 7.1
Academy for Business and Technology Elementary 2.4
Unis Middle School 6.8
McCollough Elementary School 7.0
Lowrey Elementary School 7.3
Lowrey Middle School 6.7
Haigh Elementary School 8.4
Snow Elementary School 7.9

Showing 20 of 33 schools. View all schools in Dearborn

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MI.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
D 1.4 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,020
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C- 1.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 0%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 226
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in MI

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

19500 FORD RD, Dearborn, MI 48128

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Muslim American Youth Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dixon Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Detroit), which scores notably higher. Another option is TAWHEED CENTER OF DETROIT SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Dearborn Heights), which scores notably higher. Additionally, River Oaks Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Dearborn Heights), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dearborn, see our Dearborn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
The Dearborn Academy Dearborn 0.0 mi 5.9
Detroit Leadership Academy High School Detroit 0.2 mi 6.3
Carver STEM Academy Detroit 0.4 mi 6.2
Henry Ford Early College Dearborn 0.5 mi 9.0
Henry Ford Early CollegeAdvanced Manufacturing Dearborn 0.5 mi 8.1
Dearborn Newcomer College Prep Academy Dearborn 0.5 mi
River Oaks Elementary School Dearborn Heights 0.8 mi 7.1
TAWHEED CENTER OF DETROIT SCHOOL Dearborn Heights 1.0 mi 7.6
Warrendale Charter Academy Detroit 1.2 mi 4.9
Clara B Ford Academy SDA Dearborn Heights 1.0 mi 7.1
Vista Meadows Academy Dearborn Heights 1.0 mi 5.9
Henry Ford Academy Dearborn 1.9 mi 7.3
Gardner Elementary School Detroit 1.5 mi 6.1
Detroit Premier Academy Detroit 1.8 mi 3.7
Henry Ford Elementary School Dearborn 1.7 mi 5.6
Dixon Elementary School Detroit 1.9 mi 7.7
Cody High School Detroit 2.1 mi 6.6
Howe Trainable Center and Montessori Dearborn Hts 1.7 mi 6.5
Dearborn Magnet High School Dearborn Heights 1.7 mi 5.4
Dearborn STEM Middle School Dearborn Heights 1.8 mi 9.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48128 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,362

Median Home Value

$236,900

Median Rent

$1,556/mo

Population

12,844

College Educated

49.1%

Homeownership

87%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

13.8%

Median Age

36

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Muslim American Youth Academy

What grades does Muslim American Youth Academy serve?

Muslim American Youth Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Muslim American Youth Academy?

Muslim American Youth Academy has an enrollment of approximately 226 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Muslim American Youth Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Muslim American Youth Academy is 1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Muslim American Youth Academy rank in MI?

Muslim American Youth Academy ranks #275 of 462 private schools in MI.

What is Muslim American Youth Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Muslim American Youth Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Muslim American Youth Academy a private school?

Yes, Muslim American Youth Academy is a private coeducational school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Muslim American Youth Academy a religious school?

Muslim American Youth Academy has a Islamic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
226
Gender Split
66% M / 34% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
1:1
Teachers (FTE)
222
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Islamic
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Wayne County

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