Serving 62 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, New Paradigm Loving 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 62 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 31:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Paradigm Loving Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
New Paradigm Loving Academy's student population of 62 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
62 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Paradigm Loving 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 New Paradigm Loving Academy 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
#2742 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
31:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
97%
18%
White
3%
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
90%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Loving Academy's ranking?
New Paradigm Loving Academy is ranked #2742 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend New Paradigm Loving Academy?
62 students attend New Paradigm Loving Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of New Paradigm Loving Academy students are Black, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Paradigm Loving Academy?
New Paradigm Loving Academy has a student ration of 31:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does New Paradigm Loving Academy offer ?
New Paradigm Loving Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is New Paradigm Loving Academy part of?
New Paradigm Loving Academy is part of New Paradigm Glazer-Loving Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is New Paradigm Loving Academy located?
New Paradigm Loving Academy is located in the North End neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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