Pulaski Elementarymiddle School

13840 Lappin St
Detroit, MI 48205
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Bottom 50%
Serving 377 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Pulaski Elementarymiddle 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 2% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower 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 37% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 377 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50% in MI
  • : 2% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Pulaski Elementarymiddle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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School Overview

Pulaski Elementarymiddle School's student population of 377 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
377 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
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School Rankings

Pulaski Elementarymiddle 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 Pulaski Elementarymiddle School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#3039 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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2%
34%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Pulaski Elementarymiddle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
10%
45%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Pulaski Elementarymiddle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
≤5%
38%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Pulaski Elementarymiddle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
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Hispanic
1%
9%
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Black
96%
18%
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White
1%
63%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Michigan.
0.08
This chart displays the diversity score of Pulaski Elementarymiddle School and the public school average diversity score of Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
50%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Pulaski Elementarymiddle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pulaski Elementarymiddle School's ranking?
Pulaski Elementarymiddle School is ranked #3039 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?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Pulaski Elementarymiddle School?
377 students attend Pulaski Elementarymiddle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Pulaski Elementarymiddle School students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pulaski Elementarymiddle School?
Pulaski Elementarymiddle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pulaski Elementarymiddle School offer ?
Pulaski Elementarymiddle School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pulaski Elementarymiddle School part of?
Pulaski Elementarymiddle School is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Pulaski Elementarymiddle School located?
Pulaski Elementarymiddle School is located in the Osborn neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Osborn.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 377 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 2% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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