How many students attend University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD Middle School?

In the 2022-23 school year, 487 students attended University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD Middle School.

What is the racial makeup of University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD Middle School?

Students at University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD Middle School are 98% African American, 1% White.

University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD Middle School

Summary:

University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD Middle School is a public magnet charter middle school in Detroit, Michigan, serving 487 students in grades 6-8. The school faces significant challenges, with a student population that is predominantly African American (98.15%) and from low socioeconomic backgrounds (79.26% qualify for free or reduced-price lunch).

The school has experienced a sharp increase in chronic absenteeism rates, rising from 5.0% in 2018-2019 to 47.6% in 2022-2023, which is notably higher than the state average and the rates of nearby schools like Blackwell Institute (54.7%) and Detroit Lions Academy (87.8%). Academically, the school's proficiency rates on state assessments are significantly below state averages across all subject areas and grade levels, with only 17.5% of 6th-grade students proficient in English Language Arts and just 3.13% proficient in math, compared to state averages of 37.5% and 31%, respectively.

While the school has seen increased spending per student, from $8,715 in 2019-2020 to $11,820 in 2022-2023, and maintains a relatively low student-teacher ratio, these factors have not yet translated into improved academic outcomes. Comparing the school to nearby institutions, such as the higher-performing Clippert Academy and Oakland International Academy Middle, highlights the need for targeted interventions and support to address the unique challenges faced by University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD Middle School and its student population.

Detail:

Public, Magnet, Charter 6-8

5100 John R St
Detroit, MI 48202

(313) 832-8400

District: University Preparatory Science and Math (PSAD)

SchoolDigger Rank:
698^th of 897 Michigan Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $11,820

Student/teacher ratio: 14.4

Number of students: 487

Racial breakdown:

African American:

98.2%

White:

1.0%

Two or more races:

0.6%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 79.3%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD Middle School ranks worse than 77.8% of middle schools in Michigan. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 20.44. (See more...)

Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: African American (98.2%), White (1%), two or more races (0.6%). (See more...)

Compare Details 79.3% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD Middle School is 14.4. (See more...)

Compare University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD Middle School employs 33.6 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD Middle School is $11,820.

Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD Middle School:

SchoolDigger ranks University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD Middle School 698^th of 897 Michigan public middle schools. (See University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD Middle School in the ranking list.)

Middle School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:

Low Socio Economic Status students:

Female students:

Male students:

African American students:

University Preparatory Science and Math (PSAD):

SchoolDigger ranks University Preparatory Science and Math (PSAD) 537^th of 610 Michigan school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for all students at University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD Middle School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	MI State Percentile
2011	56.94	475^th	858	44.6%
2012	49.00	481^st	900	46.6%
2013	58.13	367^th	919	60.1%
2014	45.65	544^th	921	40.9%
2015	38.86	584^th	919	36.5%
2016	41.25	530^th	894	40.7%
2017	31.65	539^th	821	34.3%
2018	44.34	489^th	838	41.6%
2019	45.62	407^th	792	48.6%
2021	28.86	488^th	675	27.7%
2022	18.05	632^nd	776	18.6%
2023	20.79	684^th	883	22.5%
2024	20.44	698^th	897	22.2%

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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD Middle School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	MI State Percentile
2018	48.80	418^th	815	48.7%
2019	53.42	278^th	672	58.6%
2021	36.80	347^th	523	33.7%
2022	24.25	548^th	691	20.7%
2023	25.07	643^rd	825	22.1%
2024	25.41	635^th	836	24.0%

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Rank History for Female students at University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD Middle School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	MI State Percentile
2018	50.30	395^th	794	50.3%
2019	44.22	353^rd	658	46.4%
2021	19.52	451^st	521	13.4%
2022	14.61	583^rd	657	11.3%
2023	16.26	664^th	770	13.8%
2024	19.74	632^nd	771	18.0%

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Rank History for Male students at University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD Middle School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	MI State Percentile
2018	35.41	526^th	797	34.0%
2019	37.73	394^th	639	38.3%
2021	35.02	338^th	540	37.4%
2022	15.61	577^th	658	12.3%
2023	18.82	633^rd	776	18.4%
2024	19.25	646^th	786	17.8%

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Rank History for African American students at University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD Middle School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	MI State Percentile
2018	84.48	34^th	366	90.7%
2019	85.16	14^th	196	92.9%
2021	56.39	31^st	77	59.7%
2022	45.38	87^th	182	52.2%
2023	45.12	148^th	310	52.3%
2024	41.53	141^st	300	53.0%

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Data source: test scores: Michigan Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: Michigan Department of Education

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Enrollment information for University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD Middle School

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Total
2009	3	158	1	0	0	n/a	n/a	162
2010	4	371	2	5	0	n/a	n/a	382
2011	4	454	1	3	0	1	0	463
2012	2	442	0	2	0	0	0	446
2013	3	401	1	0	0	0	8	413
2014	7	447	4	0	0	0	15	473
2015	6	414	2	2	0	0	18	442
2016	3	416	0	2	0	0	19	440
2017	5	427	1	3	0	0	20	456
2018	4	433	1	1	0	0	21	460
2019	5	447	0	1	0	0	21	474
2020	6	501	0	7	1	0	21	536
2021	8	489	0	4	3	1	7	512
2022	10	476	0	4	1	0	5	496
2023	5	478	0	1	0	0	3	487

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD Middle School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2009	162	11.0	14.7	48.1
2010	382	27.0	14.1	60.2
2011	463	28.0	16.5	63.3
2012	446	28.0	15.9	68.8
2013	413	27.2	15.1	68.8
2014	473	29.5	16.0	64.5
2015	442	25.0	17.6	60
2016	440	29.0	15.1	60
2017	456	25.0	18.2	63.2
2018	460	24.0	19.1	57.4
2019	474	26.0	18.2	62.7
2020	536	31.0	17.2	65.1
2021	512	32.0	16.0	56.8
2022	496	32.0	15.5	67.9
2023	487	33.6	14.4	79.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD Middle School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2009	162	11.0	14.7	48.1
2010	382	27.0	14.1	60.2
2011	463	28.0	16.5	63.3
2012	446	28.0	15.9	68.8
2013	413	27.2	15.1	68.8
2014	473	29.5	16.0	64.5
2015	442	25.0	17.6	60
2016	440	29.0	15.1	60
2017	456	25.0	18.2	63.2
2018	460	24.0	19.1	57.4
2019	474	26.0	18.2	62.7
2020	536	31.0	17.2	65.1
2021	512	32.0	16.0	56.8
2022	496	32.0	15.5	67.9
2023	487	33.6	14.4	79.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD Middle School

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019	$942 (10.0%)	$8,463 (90.0%)	$9,406
2020	$773 (8.9%)	$7,943 (91.1%)	$8,715
2021	$1,554 (16.7%)	$7,743 (83.3%)	$9,297
2022	$1,834 (17.0%)	$8,960 (83.0%)	$10,794
2023	$2,746 (23.2%)	$9,074 (76.8%)	$11,820

Data source: Michigan Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD Middle School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 407^th of 792 Middle schools	Ranks 684^th of 883 Middle schools	26.1%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
6th Grade English Language Arts (University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD Middle School)	37.5	23.1	14.4%
6th Grade English Language Arts (University Preparatory Science and Math (PSAD))	37.5	23.1	14.4%
6th Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)	41.7	37.5	4.2%
6th Grade Math (University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD Middle School)	29.4	9	20.4%
6th Grade Math (University Preparatory Science and Math (PSAD))	29.4	9	20.4%
6th Grade Math (Michigan)	35.1	29.6	5.5%
7th Grade English Language Arts (University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD Middle School)	43.1	31.2	11.9%
7th Grade English Language Arts (University Preparatory Science and Math (PSAD))	43.1	31.2	11.9%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)	42.7	36.9	5.8%
7th Grade Math (University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD Middle School)	32.7	13	19.7%
7th Grade Math (University Preparatory Science and Math (PSAD))	32.7	13	19.7%
7th Grade Math (Michigan)	35.7	31	4.7%
8th Grade Social Studies (University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD Middle School)	28.4	5.9	22.5%
8th Grade Social Studies (University Preparatory Science and Math (PSAD))	28.4	5.9	22.5%
8th Grade Social Studies (Michigan)	28	26.7	1.3%
8th Grade English Language Arts (University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD Middle School)	57	40.7	16.3%
8th Grade English Language Arts (University Preparatory Science and Math (PSAD))	57	40.7	16.3%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)	61.9	59.7	2.2%
8th Grade Mathematics (University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD Middle School)	35.9	20.4	15.5%
8th Grade Mathematics (University Preparatory Science and Math (PSAD))	35.9	20.4	15.5%
8th Grade Mathematics (Michigan)	41.4	36.3	5.1%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	474	487	2.7%
African American	447	478	6.9%
American Indian	0	0
Asian	0	0
Hispanic	1	1
Pacific Islander	0	0
White	5	5
Two or More Races	21	3	85.7%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	62.7%	79.3%	16.6%

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				PSAT English Language Arts (2024)	PSAT Mathematics (2024)	M-Step English Language Arts (2024)				M-Step Math (2024)				M-Step Science (2024)		M-Step Social Studies (2024)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2023)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	PSAT English Language Arts 8th Grade	PSAT Mathematics 8th Grade	M-Step English Language Arts 3rd Grade	M-Step English Language Arts 5th Grade	M-Step English Language Arts 6th Grade	M-Step English Language Arts 7th Grade	M-Step Math 3rd Grade	M-Step Math 4th Grade	M-Step Math 6th Grade	M-Step Math 7th Grade	M-Step Science 5th Grade	M-Step Science 8th Grade	M-Step Social Studies 8th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD Middle School	Public, Magnet, Charter	6-8	5100 John R St	Detroit	48202	Wayne County	University Preparatory Science and Math (PSAD)	Yes	Yes	No	Yes	(313) 832-8400	487	34	14.4	79.3%	5 (1.0%)	478 (98.2%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (0.6%)	20.4	698^th of 897 public middle schools	22.2%		20.8	684^th of 883 public middle schools	22.5%	14	58.5	12.6			17.5	26.7			3.1	11.9		21.6	9.3	$11,820	$2,746	$9,074
University Preparatory Academy PSAD Middle	Public, Magnet, Charter	6-8	5310 Saint Antoine St	Detroit	48202	Wayne County	University Preparatory Academy (PSAD)	Yes	Yes	No	Yes	(313) 831-0010	361	31	11.6	75.1%	0 (0.0%)	354 (98.1%)	1 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	6 (1.7%)	10.6	819^th of 897 public middle schools	8.7%		11.6	790^th of 883 public middle schools	10.5%	29	35.8	5.1			15.6	20.8			4.6	3.3		15.8	5.8	$15,210	$3,415	$11,795
Oakland International Academy Middle	Public, Charter	6-8	8228 Conant St	Detroit	48211	Wayne County	Oakland International Academy	Yes	No	No	Yes	(313) 925-1000	216	12	18.3	99.1%	192 (88.9%)	16 (7.4%)	1 (0.5%)	7 (3.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	33.5	586^th of 897 public middle schools	34.7%		18.9	709^th of 883 public middle schools	19.7%	123	51.5	21.1			29.6	25.4			30.6	26.3		28.2	11.8	$13,499	$3,390	$10,109
Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences Middle School	Public, Charter	6-8	2985 E Jefferson Ave	Detroit	48207	Wayne County	Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences	Yes	No	No	Yes	(313) 259-1744	377	6	62.8	97.3%	1 (0.3%)	375 (99.5%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.3%)	8	849^th of 897 public middle schools	5.4%		5.6	862^nd of 883 public middle schools	2.4%	13	30.0	5.5			16.0	11.1			3.8	2.8		14.4	2.7	$14,962	$5,263	$9,699
Kosciuszko School	Public	7-8	2333 Burger St	Hamtramck	48212	Wayne County	Hamtramck School District of the City of	No	No	No	Yes	(313) 591-7405	326	21	15.6	87.7%	164 (50.3%)	48 (14.7%)	0 (0.0%)	111 (34.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (0.9%)	18.7	718^th of 897 public middle schools	20.0%		14.3	755^th of 883 public middle schools	14.5%	37	40.3	13.9				28.9				13.7		16.9	12.8	$00	$00	$00
Clippert Academy	Public	6-8	1981 McKinstry St	Detroit	48209	Wayne County	Detroit Public Schools Community District	No	No	No	Yes	(313) 849-5009	379	18	21.1	81.8%	14 (3.7%)	14 (3.7%)	349 (92.1%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.3%)	30.3	612^th of 897 public middle schools	31.8%		37.7	534^th of 883 public middle schools	39.5%	78	53.5	20.9			17.8	34.1			21.1	22.7		20.9	20.9	$20,880	$7,134	$13,746
Bridge Academy West	Public, Charter	6-8	3105 Carpenter St	Detroit	48212	Wayne County	Bridge Academy	Yes	No	No	Yes	(313) 462-6200	406	16	25.3	100.0%	350 (86.2%)	12 (3.0%)	0 (0.0%)	44 (10.8%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	18.2	726^th of 897 public middle schools	19.1%		14.2	757^th of 883 public middle schools	14.3%	31	39.3	12.5			19.1	20.2			14.5	18.4		20.5	13.4	$11,843	$3,701	$8,142
Blackwell Institute	Public	2-8	9330 Shoemaker St	Detroit	48213	Wayne County	Detroit Public Schools Community District	No	No	No	Yes	(313) 866-4391	213	13	16.3	90.6%	0 (0.0%)	209 (98.1%)	4 (1.9%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	33.7	582^nd of 897 public middle schools	35.1%		18.9	711^th of 883 public middle schools	19.5%	129	25.0		17.7		50.0		35.3	22.2	18.8	18.8				$24,404	$7,411	$16,993
Detroit Lions Academy	Public	6-8	10101 E Canfield St	Detroit	48214	Wayne County	Detroit Public Schools Community District	No	No	No	Yes	(313) 852-9677	123	10	12.3	92.7%	1 (0.8%)	117 (95.1%)	3 (2.4%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.8%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.8%)								(n/a)														$24,814	$8,453	$16,361
George Washington Carver Middle School	Public, Charter	5-8	14510 2nd Ave	Highland Park	48203	Wayne County	George Washington Carver Academy	Yes	No	No	Yes	(313) 865-6024	149	11	14.1	100.0%	0 (0.0%)	149 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	12.6	795^th of 897 public middle schools	11.4%					(n/a)	25.0			17.0	10.3	20.0				12.5	8.5			$00	$00	$00

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