Serving 645 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Hope Of Detroit Academy Middlehigh 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 4% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 645 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hope Of Detroit Academy Middlehigh ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hope Of Detroit Academy Middlehigh's student population of 645 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
645 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hope Of Detroit Academy Middlehigh 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 Hope Of Detroit Academy Middlehigh is 0.20, 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
#2904 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
89%
9%
Black
10%
18%
White
1%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hope Of Detroit Academy Middlehigh's ranking?
Hope Of Detroit Academy Middlehigh is ranked #2904 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?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hope Of Detroit Academy Middlehigh?
The graduation rate of Hope Of Detroit Academy Middlehigh is 85-89%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Hope Of Detroit Academy Middlehigh?
645 students attend Hope Of Detroit Academy Middlehigh.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Hope Of Detroit Academy Middlehigh students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hope Of Detroit Academy Middlehigh?
Hope Of Detroit Academy Middlehigh has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hope Of Detroit Academy Middlehigh offer ?
Hope Of Detroit Academy Middlehigh offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hope Of Detroit Academy Middlehigh part of?
Hope Of Detroit Academy Middlehigh is part of HOPE Of Detroit Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Hope Of Detroit Academy Middlehigh located?
Hope Of Detroit Academy Middlehigh is located in the Chadsey Condon neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 5 other public schools located in Chadsey Condon.
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