Serving 351 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Golightly Education Center 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Golightly Education Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Golightly Education Center's student population of 351 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
351 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Golightly Education Center 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 Golightly Education Center 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
#2574 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
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
78%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Golightly Education Center's ranking?
Golightly Education Center is ranked #2574 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Golightly Education Center?
351 students attend Golightly Education Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Golightly Education Center students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Golightly Education Center?
Golightly Education Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Golightly Education Center offer ?
Golightly Education Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Golightly Education Center part of?
Golightly Education Center is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Golightly Education Center located?
Golightly Education Center is located in the Cultural Center neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 2 other public schools located in Cultural Center.
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