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#1082 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 34% in state

Spain Elementarymiddle School

Elementary School · Detroit Public Schools Community District

3700 BEAUBIEN ST, Detroit, MI 48201

Enrollment

376

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,082 of 3,192

In Detroit

#47 of 178

public schools

In district

#40 of 99

Detroit Public Schools Community District

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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6.9/10

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

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About Spain Elementarymiddle School

Spain Elementarymiddle School is a public elementary school in Detroit, MI, part of Detroit Public Schools Community District. Spain Elementarymiddle School serves approximately 376 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Spain Elementarymiddle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,082 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Spain Elementarymiddle School show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Spain 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.

56% of students at Spain 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 Progress9.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data7
Annual Change+0.24 pts/yr
Data Period2016–2022
TrendStable
Academics1.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency6.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency7.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-35.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-34 pts
Overall Proficiency7% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-17.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile3th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,138
Chronic Absenteeism55.6%

Spain Elementarymiddle School — Students at Spain Elementarymiddle School score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

80.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 10.1% (multi-year average, 2016-2022)
School
State
34.4% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 13.3% (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

→ Stable

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

2016
Math
10%
ELA
13%
2017
Math
11%
ELA
16%
2018
Math
7%
ELA
18%
2019
Math
7%
ELA
18%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
6.6%
ELA
8.3%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Spain Elementarymiddle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.9/10
66th percentile in MI
Academic
1.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
81%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
55.6%

Location

3700 BEAUBIEN ST, Detroit, MI 48201

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Spain Elementarymiddle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chrysler Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Edmonson Montessori (rated 7.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Golightly Education Center (rated 7.2/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Detroit, see our Detroit schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$24,392

Median Home Value

$401,500

Median Rent

$841/mo

Population

14,327

College Educated

37.3%

Homeownership

11.3%

Avg Commute

20.9 min

Poverty Rate

42.1%

Median Age

33.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Spain Elementarymiddle School

What grades does Spain Elementarymiddle School serve?

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

How many students attend Spain Elementarymiddle School?

Spain Elementarymiddle School has an enrollment of approximately 376 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Spain Elementarymiddle School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Spain Elementarymiddle School rank in MI?

Spain Elementarymiddle School ranks #1,082 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Spain Elementarymiddle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Spain Elementarymiddle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Spain Elementarymiddle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Spain Elementarymiddle School has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).

Is Spain Elementarymiddle School a charter school?

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

Is Spain Elementarymiddle School a Title I school?

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

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

80.9% of students at Spain 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
79 Very Walkable
Transit Score
57 Good Transit
Bike Score
78 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
376
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
80.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Wayne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
55.6%

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