Serving 435 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Plymouth Educational Center 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 ≤1% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 48:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 48:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plymouth Educational Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Plymouth Educational Center's student population of 435 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 47% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
435 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Plymouth Educational Center 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 Plymouth Educational Center is 0.02, 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
#3065 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
48:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
99%
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
91%
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 Plymouth Educational Center's ranking?
Plymouth Educational Center is ranked #3065 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?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Plymouth Educational Center?
435 students attend Plymouth Educational Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Plymouth Educational Center students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Plymouth Educational Center?
Plymouth Educational Center has a student ration of 48:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Plymouth Educational Center offer ?
Plymouth Educational Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Plymouth Educational Center part of?
Plymouth Educational Center is part of Plymouth Educational Center Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Plymouth Educational Center located?
Plymouth Educational Center is located in the Forest Park neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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