Serving 196 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, New Paradigm College Prep 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 39:1 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: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 196 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 39:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Paradigm College Prep ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
New Paradigm College Prep's student population of 196 students has grown by 136% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
196 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Paradigm College Prep 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 New Paradigm College Prep is 0.51, 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)
≤10%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
39:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
56%
9%
Black
43%
18%
White
1%
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
81%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Paradigm College Prep's ranking?
New Paradigm College Prep is ranked #2756 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are New Paradigm College Prep often compared to?
New Paradigm College Prepis often viewed alongside schools like New Paradigm Glazer 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 New Paradigm College Prep?
196 students attend New Paradigm College Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of New Paradigm College Prep students are Hispanic, 43% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Paradigm College Prep?
New Paradigm College Prep has a student ration of 39:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does New Paradigm College Prep offer ?
New Paradigm College Prep offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is New Paradigm College Prep part of?
New Paradigm College Prep is part of New Paradigm College Prep School District.
In what neighborhood is New Paradigm College Prep located?
New Paradigm College Prep is located in the Chadsey Condon neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 5 other public schools located in Chadsey Condon.
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