Serving 316 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Sampsonwebber 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 6% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sampsonwebber Leadership Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sampsonwebber Leadership Academy's student population of 316 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
316 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Sampsonwebber 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 Sampsonwebber Leadership Academy is 0.15, 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
#2949 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
92%
18%
White
n/a
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
90%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
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 Sampsonwebber Leadership Academy's ranking?
Sampsonwebber Leadership Academy is ranked #2949 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?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Sampsonwebber Leadership Academy?
316 students attend Sampsonwebber Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Sampsonwebber Leadership Academy students are Black, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sampsonwebber Leadership Academy?
Sampsonwebber Leadership Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sampsonwebber Leadership Academy offer ?
Sampsonwebber Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sampsonwebber Leadership Academy part of?
Sampsonwebber Leadership Academy is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Sampsonwebber Leadership Academy located?
Sampsonwebber Leadership Academy is located in the Midwest neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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