Serving 422 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Escuela Avancemos 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 15% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Escuela Avancemos ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Escuela Avancemos's student population of 422 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
422 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Escuela Avancemos 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 Escuela Avancemos 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2545 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
96%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
1%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
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 Escuela Avancemos's ranking?
Escuela Avancemos is ranked #2545 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Escuela Avancemos?
422 students attend Escuela Avancemos.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Escuela Avancemos students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Escuela Avancemos?
Escuela Avancemos has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Escuela Avancemos offer ?
Escuela Avancemos offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Escuela Avancemos part of?
Escuela Avancemos is part of Escuela Avancemos School District.
In what neighborhood is Escuela Avancemos located?
Escuela Avancemos is located in the Hubbard Richard neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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