Serving 98 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Keidan Special Education Center ranks in the top 10% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% 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: 98 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Keidan Special Education Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Keidan Special Education Center's student population of 98 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
98 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Keidan Special Education Center ranks within the top 10% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Keidan Special Education Center is 0.43, 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
#222 out of 3069 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
73%
18%
White
14%
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
86%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Keidan Special Education Center's ranking?
Keidan Special Education Center is ranked #222 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Keidan Special Education Center often compared to?
Keidan Special Education Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Moses Field Center, Turning Point Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Keidan Special Education Center?
98 students attend Keidan Special Education Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Keidan Special Education Center students are Black, 14% of students are White, and 13% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Keidan Special Education Center?
Keidan Special Education Center has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Keidan Special Education Center offer ?
Keidan Special Education Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Keidan Special Education Center part of?
Keidan Special Education Center is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Keidan Special Education Center located?
Keidan Special Education Center is located in the Nardin Park neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Nardin Park.
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