Lincoln-King Adams-Young Academy

The Lincoln-King Adams-Young Academy district in Detroit, Michigan, consists of 3 schools: 1 high school, 1 elementary school, and 1 middle school. Unfortunately, the data paints a concerning picture, as all three schools in this district perform poorly compared to state averages across a range of metrics.

The schools serve a highly homogeneous student population, with over 98% of students being African American and 98-99% qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a predominantly economically disadvantaged population. Academically, the schools consistently perform well below the state average on standardized tests, with proficiency rates ranging from 3-20% across different subjects and grade levels. The high school, LincolnKing Adams Young School Grove Campus, has a 4-year graduation rate of 93.1%, which is slightly higher than the district average but still below the state average. Additionally, the schools have high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 48.2% to 74.6%, significantly higher than the state average.

All three schools are ranked in the bottom 10-20% of their respective school types in the state of Michigan and are rated 0 or 1 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger, indicating very poor performance. While the data shows $0 spending per student for all three schools, this figure is likely incomplete or inaccurate, raising questions about the reliability and completeness of the data provided. To address the systemic issues facing the Lincoln-King Adams-Young Academy district, a comprehensive approach to school improvement may be necessary, involving targeted interventions, increased funding and resources, professional development for teachers, and community-based initiatives to address the underlying socioeconomic challenges.