Needs Improvement
#3171 of 3,192 schools in MI
Ralph J Bunche Academy
Elementary School · Ecorse Public Schools
503 HYACINTHE ST, Ecorse, MI 48229
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
2.5
Grades
1st – 4th
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
2.5
Grades
1st – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#3,171 of 3,192
In Ecorse
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Ecorse Public Schools
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Ralph J Bunche Academy
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About Ralph J Bunche Academy
Ralph J Bunche Academy is a public elementary school in Ecorse, MI, part of Ecorse Public Schools. Ralph J Bunche Academy serves approximately 302 students, and covers grades 1st-4th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ralph J Bunche Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,171 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Ralph J Bunche Academy show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.1
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
86% of students at Ralph J Bunche 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
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Ralph J Bunche Academy — Students at Ralph J Bunche Academy score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 1.7/10.
How Ralph J Bunche Academy Compares
See how Ralph J Bunche Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
503 HYACINTHE ST, Ecorse, MI 48229
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ralph J Bunche Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mark Twain ElementaryMiddle School (rated 7.2/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Detroit), which scores notably higher. Another option is Earl F Carr School (rated 6.3/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Lincoln Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, River Rouge Stem Academy at Dunn (rated 6.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby River Rouge), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ecorse, see our Ecorse schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Downriver Digital Academy Ecorse | 0.5 mi | — |
| Hope Academic Academy Ecorse | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Ecorse Community High School Ecorse | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Brenda Hague Early Learning Village Ecorse | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Raupp School Lincoln Park | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Mark Twain ElementaryMiddle School Detroit | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| CB Sabbath 68 Preparatory Academy River Rouge | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| GrandPort Elementary Academy Ecorse | 1.1 mi | 2.9 |
| Ann Visger K5 Preparatory Academy River Rouge | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Keppen School Lincoln Park | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| River Rouge High School River Rouge | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| River Rouge Alternative Virtual Academy River Rouge | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Lafayette School Lincoln Park | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Mixter School Lincoln Park | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| River Rouge Stem Academy at Dunn River Rouge | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Allendale Elementary School Melvindale | 1.9 mi | 3.0 |
| Lincoln Park Middle School Lincoln Park | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| The Lincoln Center Wyandotte | 2.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Julian O Strong Middle School Melvindale | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Earl F Carr School Lincoln Park | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48229 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,148
Median Home Value
$59,300
Median Rent
$879/mo
Population
9,166
College Educated
8.8%
Homeownership
64.8%
Poverty Rate
24%
Median Age
36.3
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| Martin Luther King Jr Education Center Academy Detroit, MI | 2.5 |
| Martin Luther King Jr Elementary Benton Harbor, MI | 2.5 |
| Academy for Business and Technology Elementary Dearborn, MI | 2.4 |
| Alcott School Pontiac, MI | 2.4 |
| Colonel Donald McMonagle Elementary School Flint, MI | 2.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ralph J Bunche Academy
What grades does Ralph J Bunche Academy serve?
Ralph J Bunche Academy serves students in grades 1st through 4th.
How many students attend Ralph J Bunche Academy?
Ralph J Bunche Academy has an enrollment of approximately 302 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ralph J Bunche Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Ralph J Bunche Academy is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ralph J Bunche Academy rank in MI?
Ralph J Bunche Academy ranks #3,171 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Ralph J Bunche Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Ralph J Bunche Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 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 Ralph J Bunche Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ralph J Bunche Academy has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ralph J Bunche Academy a charter school?
No, Ralph J Bunche Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ralph J Bunche Academy a Title I school?
No, Ralph J Bunche Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ralph J Bunche Academy?
90.1% of students at Ralph J Bunche 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 1st – 4th
- Enrollment
- 302
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 85.8%
- Phone
- (313) 294-4710
Resources & Links
District
Ecorse Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 1,146
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,606
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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