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Turning Point Academy
School · Detroit Public Schools Community District
18501 Waltham St, Detroit, MI 48205
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Turning Point Academy
School in Detroit · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Turning Point Academy
Turning Point Academy is a public school in Detroit, MI, part of Detroit Public Schools Community District. Turning Point Academy serves approximately 28 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Turning Point Academy show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2019) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2019). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 28 students, Turning Point Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7:1 students to teachers, Turning Point Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 28 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Address
- 18501 Waltham St, Detroit, MI 48205
- Phone
- (313) 347-8900
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 6 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
18501 Waltham St, Detroit, MI 48205
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Turning Point Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Denby High School (rated 7.2/10, 1.9 miles away). Another option is Pulaski ElementaryMiddle School (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away). Additionally, McKinley Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Warren). For more schools in Detroit, see our Detroit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Brenda Scott Academy for Theatre Arts Detroit | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Osborn High School Detroit | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Pulaski ElementaryMiddle School Detroit | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Trix Academy Detroit | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Academy of Warren Warren | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Edward Duke Ellington at Beckham Detroit | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| McKinley Elementary School Warren | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Brewer Academy Detroit | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Marion Law Academy Detroit | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Cornerstone JeffersonDouglass Academy Detroit | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Denby High School Detroit | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Warren | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Crescentwood Elementary School Eastpointe | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Macomb Montessori Academy Warren | 2.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Regent Park Scholars Charter Academy Detroit | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Lincoln Middle School Warren | 2.4 mi | 4.8 |
| AL Holmes Academy of Blended Learning Detroit | 2.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Lincoln High School Warren | 2.6 mi | 5.7 |
| OUR KIDZ WORLD LEARNING CENTER Detroit | 2.1 mi | — |
| Wayne Elementary School Detroit | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48205 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,612
Median Home Value
$55,700
Median Rent
$1,149/mo
Population
32,466
College Educated
8.7%
Homeownership
41.6%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
32.1%
Median Age
31.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Turning Point Academy
What grades does Turning Point Academy serve?
Turning Point Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Turning Point Academy?
Turning Point Academy has an enrollment of approximately 28 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Turning Point Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Turning Point Academy is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Turning Point Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Turning Point Academy has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2019) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2019).
Is Turning Point Academy a charter school?
No, Turning Point Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Turning Point Academy a Title I school?
No, Turning Point Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Turning Point Academy?
75.0% of students at Turning Point 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
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 28
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.0%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wayne County
- Phone
- (313) 347-8900
Resources & Links
District
Detroit Public Schools Community District- District Enrollment
- 48,271
- Schools in District
- 106
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,138
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