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Pasteur Elementary School

Elementary School · Detroit Public Schools Community District

19811 STOEPEL ST, Detroit, MI 48221

Enrollment

330

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,659 of 3,192

In Detroit

#90 of 178

public schools

In district

#73 of 99

Detroit Public Schools Community District

Academic growth

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Pasteur Elementary School

6.2/10

Elementary School in Detroit · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Pasteur Elementary School

Pasteur Elementary School is a public elementary school in Detroit, MI, part of Detroit Public Schools Community District. Pasteur Elementary School serves approximately 330 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Pasteur Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,659 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Pasteur Elementary School show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Pasteur Elementary 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.

79% of students at Pasteur Elementary 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 Progress7.4Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data7
Annual Change-2.01 pts/yr
Data Period2016–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency16.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-30.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-25.4 pts
Overall Proficiency14% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)19% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,138
Chronic Absenteeism79.4%

Pasteur Elementary School — Students at Pasteur Elementary School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

89.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 13.5% (multi-year average, 2016-2022)
School
State
34.7% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 18.5% (multi-year average, 2016-2022)
School
State
41.8% (2022 EdFacts)

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2016
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2022
Math
11.1%
ELA
16.2%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How Pasteur Elementary School Compares

See how Pasteur Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
48th percentile in MI
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
6.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
90%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
79.4%

Location

19811 STOEPEL ST, Detroit, MI 48221

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pasteur Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bates Academy (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Palmer Park Preparatory Academy (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Bagley Elementary School of Journalism and Technology (rated 7.1/10, 1.0 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
Palmer Park Preparatory Academy Detroit 0.8 mi 7.1
UNIVERSITY OF DETROIT JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL & ACADEMY Detroit 0.7 mi 5.9
Ferndale High School Ferndale 1.0 mi 7.4
Bagley Elementary School of Journalism and Technology Detroit 1.0 mi 7.1
Ferndale Middle School Ferndale 1.1 mi 4.8
FERNDALE MONTESSORI CENTER Ferndale 1.2 mi
Bates Academy Detroit 1.0 mi 8.8
Tri County Educational Center Ferndale 1.2 mi 4.9
GESU CATHOLIC SCHOOL Detroit 1.4 mi 6.1
MacDowell Preparatory Academy Detroit 1.2 mi 6.1
The School at Marygrove Detroit 1.7 mi 3.6
Mumford High School Detroit 1.6 mi 5.9
Paul Robeson Malcolm X Academy Detroit 1.8 mi 6.5
Ferndale Lower Elementary Campus Ferndale 2.1 mi 2.9
Mary McLeod Bethune ElementaryMiddle School Detroit 2.0 mi 6.7
University High School Ferndale 2.1 mi 5.2
Schulze Academy for Technology and Arts Detroit 1.8 mi 6.2
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School Detroit 2.4 mi 7.1
Greenfield Union ElementaryMiddle School Detroit 1.8 mi 7.0
Lessenger Early Childhood Center Oak Park 2.0 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48221 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,583

Median Home Value

$138,700

Median Rent

$1,174/mo

Population

41,750

College Educated

29.3%

Homeownership

65.1%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

19.8%

Median Age

38.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pasteur Elementary School

What grades does Pasteur Elementary School serve?

Pasteur Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Pasteur Elementary School?

Pasteur Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 330 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pasteur Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Pasteur Elementary School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pasteur Elementary School rank in MI?

Pasteur Elementary School ranks #1,659 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Pasteur Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pasteur Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Pasteur Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pasteur Elementary School has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).

Is Pasteur Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Pasteur Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Pasteur Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pasteur Elementary School?

89.7% of students at Pasteur Elementary 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
85 Very Walkable
Transit Score
47 Some Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
330
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
89.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Wayne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
79.4%

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