Serving 534 students in grades Kindergarten-12, The School At Marygrove 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The School At Marygrove ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
The School At Marygrove's student population of 534 students has grown by 156% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 181% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
534 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
The School At Marygrove ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The School At Marygrove is 0.04, 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
#2138 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
98%
18%
White
2%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 The School At Marygrove's ranking?
The School At Marygrove is ranked #2138 out of 3,025 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of The School At Marygrove?
The graduation rate of The School At Marygrove is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend The School At Marygrove?
534 students attend The School At Marygrove.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of The School At Marygrove students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The School At Marygrove?
The School At Marygrove has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does The School At Marygrove offer ?
The School At Marygrove offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is The School At Marygrove part of?
The School At Marygrove is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
In what neighborhood is The School At Marygrove located?
The School At Marygrove is located in the Fitzgerald And Marygrove neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Fitzgerald And Marygrove.
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