Serving 421 students in grades 9-12, Jalen Rose Leadership 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 32:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 32:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jalen Rose Leadership Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jalen Rose Leadership Academy's student population of 421 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
School Mascot
Jaguar
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
421 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
2011
School Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Jalen Rose Leadership 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 Jalen Rose Leadership Academy is 0.00, 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
#2858 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
32:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
100%
18%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Jalen Rose Leadership Academy's ranking?
Jalen Rose Leadership Academy is ranked #2858 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Jalen Rose Leadership Academy often compared to?
Jalen Rose Leadership Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Cass Technical High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jalen Rose Leadership Academy?
The graduation rate of Jalen Rose Leadership Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Jalen Rose Leadership Academy?
421 students attend Jalen Rose Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jalen Rose Leadership Academy students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jalen Rose Leadership Academy?
Jalen Rose Leadership Academy has a student ration of 32:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jalen Rose Leadership Academy offer ?
Jalen Rose Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jalen Rose Leadership Academy part of?
Jalen Rose Leadership Academy is part of Jalen Rose Leadership Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Jalen Rose Leadership Academy located?
Jalen Rose Leadership Academy is located in the Schaefer 7 And 8 Lodge neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Schaefer 7 And 8 Lodge.
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