Serving 114 students in grades 9-12, Jerry L White Center ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 114 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: ≤10% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jerry L White Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Jerry L White Center's student population of 114 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
114 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Jerry L White Center is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60-69%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
86%
18%
White
6%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤10%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Jerry L White Center often compared to?
Jerry L White Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Crestwood High School, Dearborn High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MI state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jerry L White Center?
The graduation rate of Jerry L White Center is 10%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Jerry L White Center?
114 students attend Jerry L White Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Jerry L White Center students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jerry L White Center?
Jerry L White Center has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jerry L White Center offer ?
Jerry L White Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jerry L White Center part of?
Jerry L White Center is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Jerry L White Center located?
Jerry L White Center is located in the Winship neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Winship.
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