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#3185 of 3,192 schools in MI

Tyrone Elementary School

Elementary School · Harper Woods The School District of the City of

19525 TYRONE ST, Harper Woods, MI 48225

Enrollment

336

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

2.2

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#3,185 of 3,192

In Harper Woods

#10 of 10

public schools

In district

#6 of 6

Harper Woods The School District of the City of

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Tyrone Elementary School

2.2/10

Elementary School in Harper Woods · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Tyrone Elementary School

Tyrone Elementary School is a public elementary school in Harper Woods, MI, part of Harper Woods The School District of the City of. Tyrone Elementary School serves approximately 336 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Tyrone Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,185 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Tyrone Elementary School show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 2.2 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 2.9
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

60% of students at Tyrone 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 Progress1.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.29 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics1.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency8.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-39.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-33.2 pts
Overall Proficiency6% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)19% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-13.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile4th
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,935
Chronic Absenteeism60.1%

Tyrone Elementary School — Students at Tyrone Elementary School score 6% 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

89.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 21.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 32.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
43.1% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
86%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
20%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
19%
ELA
51%
2013
Math
35%
ELA
59%
2014
Math
15%
ELA
29%
2015
Math
16%
ELA
30%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
18%
2017
Math
14%
ELA
20%
2018
Math
20%
ELA
29%
2019
Math
20%
ELA
29%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
8.8%

* 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: 1.6/10.

How Tyrone Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
2.2/10
0th percentile in MI
Academic
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
89%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
60.1%

Location

19525 TYRONE ST, Harper Woods, MI 48225

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Tyrone Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kerby Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Grosse Pointe Farms), which scores notably higher. Another option is Marquette ElementaryMiddle School (rated 6.3/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Detroit), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Carleton Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Detroit), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Harper Woods, see our Harper Woods schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Discovery Creative Pathways Harper Woods Harper Woods 0.2 mi 6.0
Marquette ElementaryMiddle School Detroit 0.7 mi 6.3
John Monteith Elementary School Grosse Pointe Woods 0.9 mi 6.2
Beacon Elementary School Harper Woods 1.0 mi 3.6
Parcells Middle School Grosse Pointe Woods 1.2 mi 6.5
Harper Academy Harper Woods 1.2 mi 6.1
Harper Woods Middle School Harper Woods 1.4 mi 2.6
Harper Woods High School Harper Woods 1.3 mi 5.2
Diann BanksWilliamson Educational Center Detroit 1.5 mi 7.3
East English Village Preparatory Academy at Finney Detroit 1.5 mi 5.2
Stevens T Mason Elementary School Grosse Pointe Woods 1.3 mi 4.1
Brownell Middle School Grosse Pointe Farms 1.6 mi 8.0
Carleton Elementary School Detroit 1.3 mi 6.3
Chandler Park Academy High School Harper Woods 1.6 mi 6.7
Chandler Park Academy Middle School Harper Woods 1.6 mi 3.4
Kerby Elementary School Grosse Pointe Farms 1.7 mi 7.6
Chandler Park Academy Elementary Harper Woods 1.6 mi 3.3
Avalon Elementary School Saint Clair Shores 2.0 mi 4.3
Harper Woods Virtual Academy Harper Woods 1.6 mi 5.2
ST JOAN OF ARC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saint Clair Shores 1.9 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48225 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,248

Median Home Value

$140,800

Median Rent

$1,304/mo

Population

16,328

College Educated

23.4%

Homeownership

64.2%

Avg Commute

26.8 min

Poverty Rate

20%

Median Age

35.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tyrone Elementary School

What grades does Tyrone Elementary School serve?

Tyrone Elementary School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Tyrone Elementary School?

Tyrone Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 336 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Tyrone Elementary School is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Tyrone Elementary School rank in MI?

Tyrone Elementary School ranks #3,185 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Tyrone Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Tyrone Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.2 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 Tyrone Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Tyrone Elementary School has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Tyrone Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Tyrone Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

89.3% of students at Tyrone 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
56 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
89.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Wayne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
60.1%

District

Harper Woods The School District of the City of
District Enrollment
2,760
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,935
District Rank
#6 of 6

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