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#1811 of 3,192 schools in MI
Ronald Brown Academy
Elementary School · Detroit Public Schools Community District
11530 EAST OUTER DR, Detroit, MI 48224
Enrollment
874
Student-Teacher
20.8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
874
Student-Teacher
20.8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,811 of 3,192
In Detroit
#104 of 178
public schools
In district
#82 of 99
Detroit Public Schools Community District
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Ronald Brown Academy
Elementary School in Detroit · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ronald Brown Academy
Ronald Brown Academy is a public elementary school in Detroit, MI, part of Detroit Public Schools Community District. Ronald Brown Academy serves approximately 874 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 20.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Ronald Brown Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,811 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Ronald Brown Academy show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Ronald Brown 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.
Ronald Brown Academy runs 20.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
82% of students at Ronald Brown 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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Ronald Brown Academy — Students at Ronald Brown Academy score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.5/10.
How Ronald Brown Academy Compares
See how Ronald Brown Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
11530 EAST OUTER DR, Detroit, MI 48224
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ronald Brown Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. George Defer Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Grosse Pointe Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lewis Maire Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Grosse Pointe), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST CLARE OF MONTEFALCO SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Grosse Pointe Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Detroit, see our Detroit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48224 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,963
Median Home Value
$77,900
Median Rent
$1,213/mo
Population
38,771
College Educated
14.5%
Homeownership
54.1%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
32.6%
Median Age
32.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ronald Brown Academy
What grades does Ronald Brown Academy serve?
Ronald Brown Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Ronald Brown Academy?
Ronald Brown Academy has an enrollment of approximately 874 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ronald Brown Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Ronald Brown Academy is 20.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ronald Brown Academy rank in MI?
Ronald Brown Academy ranks #1,811 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Ronald Brown Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Ronald Brown 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.
What are the test scores at Ronald Brown Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ronald Brown Academy has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Ronald Brown Academy a charter school?
No, Ronald Brown Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ronald Brown Academy a Title I school?
No, Ronald Brown Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ronald Brown Academy?
89.8% of students at Ronald Brown 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 874
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 81.6%
- Phone
- (313) 886-2611
Resources & Links
District
Detroit Public Schools Community District- District Enrollment
- 48,271
- Schools in District
- 106
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,138
- District Rank
- #82 of 99
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