Serving 318 students in grades 1-4, Ralph J Bunche 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ralph J Bunche Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ralph J Bunche Academy's student population of 318 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
Total Students
318 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ralph J Bunche 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 Ralph J Bunche Academy is 0.29, 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
#2799 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
84%
18%
White
8%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
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 Ralph J Bunche Academy's ranking?
Ralph J Bunche Academy is ranked #2799 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Ralph J Bunche Academy?
318 students attend Ralph J Bunche Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Ralph J Bunche Academy students are Black, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ralph J Bunche Academy?
Ralph J Bunche Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ralph J Bunche Academy offer ?
Ralph J Bunche Academy offers enrollment in grades 1-4
What school district is Ralph J Bunche Academy part of?
Ralph J Bunche Academy is part of Ecorse School District.
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