Serving 261 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School's student population of 261 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
261 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School 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 Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2756 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
96%
18%
White
1%
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
92%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School's ranking?
Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School is ranked #2756 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School?
261 students attend Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School?
Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School offer ?
Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School part of?
Greenfield Union Elementarymiddle School is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
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