Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center

5020 Cadieux Rd
Detroit, MI 48224
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Top 30%
Serving 87 students inquire with school, Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
  • Grades: Inquire with school
  • Enrollment: 87 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Top 30% in MI
  • : <50% (Top 20%)
  • : ≥50% (Top 50%)
  • : ≥50% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

School Overview

Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center's student population of 87 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
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Total Students
87 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
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School Rankings

Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center is 0.08, 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.
This School
State Level (MI)
#761 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
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<50%
34%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
≥50%
45%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
≥50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
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Hispanic
2%
9%
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Black
96%
18%
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White
2%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
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0.08
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
49%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Michigan by year, with the latest 2019-20 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center's ranking?
Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center is ranked #761 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center?
87 students attend Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center?
Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What school district is Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center part of?
Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center located?
Diann Bankswilliamson Educational Center is located in the Cornerstone Village neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Cornerstone Village.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
  • Grades: Inquire with school
  • Enrollment: 87 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Top 30%
  • : <50% (Top 20%)
  • : ≥50% (Top 50%)
  • : ≥50% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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