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#1503 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 47% in state

Noble Elementarymiddle School

Elementary School · Detroit Public Schools Community District

8646 FULLERTON ST, Detroit, MI 48238

Enrollment

496

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,503 of 3,192

In Detroit

#71 of 178

public schools

In district

#59 of 99

Detroit Public Schools Community District

Academic growth

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Noble Elementarymiddle School

6.4/10

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

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About Noble Elementarymiddle School

Noble Elementarymiddle School is a public elementary school in Detroit, MI, part of Detroit Public Schools Community District. Noble Elementarymiddle School serves approximately 496 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Noble Elementarymiddle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,503 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Noble Elementarymiddle School show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Noble 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.

97% of students at Noble 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data5
Annual Change-0.1 pts/yr
Data Period2016–2022
TrendStable
Academics3.0Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency4.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency14.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-37.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-27.7 pts
Overall Proficiency9% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)17% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile12th
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,138
Chronic Absenteeism97.4%

Noble Elementarymiddle School — Students at Noble Elementarymiddle School score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 4.8% (multi-year average, 2016-2022)
School
State
34.4% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 13.5% (multi-year average, 2016-2022)
School
State
44.3% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 22 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2016
Math
7%
ELA
14%
2017
Math
6%
ELA
12%
2018
Math
4%
ELA
11%
2019
Math
4%
ELA
11%
2022
Math
4.6%
ELA
14.4%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.

How Noble Elementarymiddle School Compares

See how Noble Elementarymiddle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
53th percentile in MI
Academic
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.4/10
Excellent
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
92%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
97.4%

Location

8646 FULLERTON ST, Detroit, MI 48238

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Noble Elementarymiddle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Keidan Special Education Center (rated 8.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Barton Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Thurgood Marshall Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Detroit, see our Detroit schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Flagship Charter Academy Detroit 0.5 mi 3.8
Charles R Drew Transition Center Detroit 1.0 mi 5.2
Mackenzie ElementaryMiddle School Detroit 1.1 mi 5.7
Hope Academy Detroit 1.1 mi 3.1
Barton Elementary School Detroit 1.5 mi 7.1
LOYOLA HIGH SCHOOL Detroit 1.6 mi 6.6
Joy Preparatory Academy Detroit 1.7 mi 5.7
Keidan Special Education Center Detroit 1.5 mi 8.7
Mary McLeod Bethune ElementaryMiddle School Detroit 1.9 mi 6.7
McDonald Elementary School Dearborn 2.3 mi 6.0
The School at Marygrove Detroit 2.3 mi 3.6
Martin Luther King Jr Education Center Academy Detroit 2.4 mi 2.5
Burns ElementaryMiddle School Detroit 2.0 mi 6.4
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School Detroit 2.2 mi 7.1
AdamsYoung Building Detroit 2.5 mi 3.4
Riverside Academy Dearborn 2.7 mi 5.4
LincolnKing Adams Young School Grove Campus Detroit 2.5 mi 3.6
McCollough Elementary School Dearborn 2.5 mi 7.0
Unis Middle School Dearborn 2.5 mi 6.8
Schulze Academy for Technology and Arts Detroit 2.7 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48238 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$30,286

Median Home Value

$58,700

Median Rent

$950/mo

Population

24,569

College Educated

12.7%

Homeownership

47.1%

Avg Commute

26.3 min

Poverty Rate

35.8%

Median Age

35.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Noble Elementarymiddle School

What grades does Noble Elementarymiddle School serve?

Noble Elementarymiddle School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Noble Elementarymiddle School?

Noble Elementarymiddle School has an enrollment of approximately 496 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Noble Elementarymiddle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Noble Elementarymiddle School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Noble Elementarymiddle School rank in MI?

Noble Elementarymiddle School ranks #1,503 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Noble Elementarymiddle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Noble Elementarymiddle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Noble Elementarymiddle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Noble Elementarymiddle School has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).

Is Noble Elementarymiddle School a charter school?

No, Noble Elementarymiddle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Noble Elementarymiddle School a Title I school?

No, Noble Elementarymiddle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Noble Elementarymiddle School?

91.9% of students at Noble 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
49 Some Transit
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
496
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Wayne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
97.4%

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