Serving 90 students in grades 6-8, Marvin L Winans Academy Middle 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 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 90 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marvin L Winans Academy Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Marvin L Winans Academy Middle School's student population of 90 students has declined by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
90 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marvin L Winans Academy Middle 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 Marvin L Winans Academy Middle School is 0.06, 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)
≤20%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
97%
18%
White
n/a
64%
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
94%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marvin L Winans Academy Middle School's ranking?
Marvin L Winans Academy Middle School is ranked #2756 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Marvin L Winans Academy Middle School often compared to?
Marvin L Winans Academy Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverside Academy West Campus, University Preparatory Art Design Middlehigh, Harper Woods Virtual Academy by visitors of our site.
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 Marvin L Winans Academy Middle School?
90 students attend Marvin L Winans Academy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Marvin L Winans Academy Middle School students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marvin L Winans Academy Middle School?
Marvin L Winans Academy Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marvin L Winans Academy Middle School offer ?
Marvin L Winans Academy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Marvin L Winans Academy Middle School part of?
Marvin L Winans Academy Middle School is part of Marvin L. Winans Academy Of Performing Arts School District.
In what neighborhood is Marvin L Winans Academy Middle School located?
Marvin L Winans Academy Middle 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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