Serving 509 students in grades 6-8, University Preparatory Science And Math Psad Middle 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 12% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University Preparatory Science And Math Psad Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
University Preparatory Science And Math Psad Middle School's student population of 509 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
509 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
University Preparatory Science And Math Psad Middle 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 University Preparatory Science And Math Psad Middle School is 0.06, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2367 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
97%
18%
White
1%
63%
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
67%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University Preparatory Science And Math Psad Middle School's ranking?
University Preparatory Science And Math Psad Middle School is ranked #2367 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend University Preparatory Science And Math Psad Middle School?
509 students attend University Preparatory Science And Math Psad Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of University Preparatory Science And Math Psad Middle School students are Black, 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 University Preparatory Science And Math Psad Middle School?
University Preparatory Science And Math Psad Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does University Preparatory Science And Math Psad Middle School offer ?
University Preparatory Science And Math Psad Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is University Preparatory Science And Math Psad Middle School part of?
University Preparatory Science And Math Psad Middle School is part of University Preparatory Science And Math (PSAD) School District.
In what neighborhood is University Preparatory Science And Math Psad Middle School located?
University Preparatory Science And Math Psad Middle School is located in the Cultural Center neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 2 other public schools located in Cultural Center.
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