Serving 195 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Marvin L Winans Academy Elementary 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 was ≤5% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≤5% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 was higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Top Rankings
Marvin L Winans Academy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
195 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#3016 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
45%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
98%
18%

White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
2%
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%
50%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Marvin L. Winans Academy Of Performing Arts School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marvin L Winans Academy Elementary School's ranking?
Marvin L Winans Academy Elementary School is ranked #3016 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Marvin L Winans Academy Elementary School?
195 students attend Marvin L Winans Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Marvin L Winans Academy Elementary School students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marvin L Winans Academy Elementary School?
Marvin L Winans Academy Elementary School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marvin L Winans Academy Elementary School offer ?
Marvin L Winans Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Marvin L Winans Academy Elementary School part of?
Marvin L Winans Academy Elementary School is part of Marvin L. Winans Academy Of Performing Arts School District.
In what neighborhood is Marvin L Winans Academy Elementary School located?
Marvin L Winans Academy Elementary School is located in the Outer Drive Hayes neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 2 other public schools located in Outer Drive Hayes.
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