Serving 400 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy 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 12% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (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 94% 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: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy's student population of 400 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
400 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy 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 Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy is 0.42, 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
#2711 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
73%
9%
Black
21%
18%
White
6%
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
83%
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 Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy's ranking?
Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy is ranked #2711 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy?
400 students attend Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, and 6% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy?
Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy offer ?
Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy part of?
Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy located?
Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy is located in the Central Southwest neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 6 other public schools located in Central Southwest.
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