Serving 447 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Adamsyoung Building ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 34:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 34:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Adamsyoung Building ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Adamsyoung Building's student population of 447 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 51% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
447 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Adamsyoung Building ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adamsyoung Building is 0.02, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2635 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
34:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
99%
18%
White
n/a
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adamsyoung Building's ranking?
Adamsyoung Building is ranked #2635 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Adamsyoung Building?
447 students attend Adamsyoung Building.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Adamsyoung Building students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Adamsyoung Building?
Adamsyoung Building has a student ration of 34:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Adamsyoung Building offer ?
Adamsyoung Building offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Adamsyoung Building part of?
Adamsyoung Building is part of Lincoln-King Adams-Young Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Adamsyoung Building located?
Adamsyoung Building is located in the Harmony Village neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 2 other public schools located in Harmony Village.
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