Barsamian Preparatory Center serves 56 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was <50% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 78%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 82%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 was lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
56 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)<50%
78%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)<50%
82%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
98%
18%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Detroit Public Schools Community School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 78% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 82% MI state average).
How many students attend Barsamian Preparatory Center?
56 students attend Barsamian Preparatory Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Barsamian Preparatory Center students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barsamian Preparatory Center?
Barsamian Preparatory Center has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Barsamian Preparatory Center offer ?
Barsamian Preparatory Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Barsamian Preparatory Center part of?
Barsamian Preparatory Center is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
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