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#759 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 24% in state

Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy

Elementary School · Detroit Public Schools Community District

6021 MCMILLAN ST, Detroit, MI 48209

Enrollment

427

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#759 of 3,192

In Detroit

#20 of 178

public schools

In district

#16 of 99

Detroit Public Schools Community District

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy

7.3/10

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

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About Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy

Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy is a public elementary school in Detroit, MI, part of Detroit Public Schools Community District. Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy serves approximately 427 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #759 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.7
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Neinas Dual Language Learning 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.

40% of students at Neinas Dual Language Learning 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data7
Annual Change+0.57 pts/yr
Data Period2016–2022
TrendStable
Academics2.6Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency11.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-30.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-30.8 pts
Overall Proficiency11% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-13.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile8th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,138
Chronic Absenteeism40.3%

Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy — Students at Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

79.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 10.4% (multi-year average, 2016-2022)
School
State
34.4% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 11.2% (multi-year average, 2016-2022)
School
State
44.3% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 26 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2016
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2017
Math
6%
ELA
11%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
16%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
16%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
11.6%
ELA
11.5%

* 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: 9.7/10.

How Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy Compares

See how Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
76th percentile in MI
Academic
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
79%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
40.3%

Location

6021 MCMILLAN ST, Detroit, MI 48209

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maybury Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Harms Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Detroit, see our Detroit schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
DETROIT CRISTO REY HIGH SCHOOL Detroit 0.2 mi 7.7
HOLY REDEEMER GRADE SCHOOL Detroit 0.3 mi 5.7
Cesar Chavez High School Detroit 0.5 mi 5.6
Clippert Academy Detroit 0.5 mi 6.9
Cesar Chavez Middle School Detroit 0.6 mi 4.8
Academy of The Americas High School Detroit 0.7 mi 5.2
Roberto Clemente Learning Academy Detroit 0.7 mi 6.2
Maybury Elementary School Detroit 0.7 mi 7.6
Western International High School Detroit 0.8 mi 4.8
Earhart ElementaryMiddle School Detroit 0.9 mi 6.3
New Paradigm College Prep Detroit 1.2 mi 3.7
Harms Elementary School Detroit 0.9 mi 7.0
Academy of the Americas at Logan Detroit 1.1 mi 2.8
Voyageur College Prep Detroit 1.2 mi 5.7
Voyageur Academy Detroit 1.2 mi 2.6
Hope of Detroit Academy Elementary Detroit 1.3 mi 4.1
Hope of Detroit Academy MiddleHigh Detroit 1.4 mi 6.2
Cesar Chavez Academy Intermediate Detroit 1.2 mi 3.5
Covenant High School Southwest Detroit 1.1 mi 5.0
Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary Detroit 1.2 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$42,152

Median Home Value

$82,800

Median Rent

$843/mo

Population

27,534

College Educated

9.6%

Homeownership

58.5%

Avg Commute

25.2 min

Poverty Rate

30.1%

Median Age

30.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy

What grades does Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy serve?

Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy?

Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy has an enrollment of approximately 427 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy rank in MI?

Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy ranks #759 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).

Is Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy a charter school?

No, Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy a Title I school?

No, Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy?

79.4% of students at Neinas Dual Language Learning 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
80 Very Walkable
Transit Score
43 Some Transit
Bike Score
68 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
427
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
79.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Wayne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
40.3%

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