University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD High School

Summary:

University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD High School is a public magnet charter high school serving grades 9-12 in Detroit, Michigan, with a student population of 468. While the school is part of the University Preparatory Science and Math (PSAD) district, which is ranked 537 out of 610 districts in Michigan, the high school itself faces significant challenges in terms of academic performance, attendance, and socioeconomic factors.

The school has a very high percentage of African American students, ranging from 96.44% to 97.03% over the past 3 years, which is significantly higher than the state average and nearby schools like University Preparatory Academy PSAD High School and Cass Technical High School. Academically, University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD High School consistently performs below the state average on standardized tests, with only 17.3% of 11th graders proficient or better in M-Step/Science and 11.5% proficient or better in M-Step/Social Studies in 2023-2024, compared to state averages of 37.5% and 39.6%, respectively. The school's 4-year graduation rate has also fluctuated between 81.8% and 93.2% over the past 5 years, generally lower than the state average.

Additionally, the school has experienced a significant increase in chronic absenteeism, from 5.0% in 2017-2018 to 70.5% in 2022-2023, much higher than the state average and nearby schools. The school also has a very high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 67.72% to 77.78% over the past 3 years, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage among the student population. Despite the increased spending per student, from $10,339 in 2020-2021 to $13,204 in 2022-2023, the school's academic performance has not improved, and it continues to lag behind its peers in the Detroit Public Schools Community District.

Detail:

Public, Magnet, Charter 9-12

2664 Franklin St
Detroit, MI 48207

(313) 393-9166

District: University Preparatory Science and Math (PSAD)

SchoolDigger Rank:
663^rd of 743 Michigan High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $13,204

Student/teacher ratio: 16.4

Number of students: 468

Racial breakdown:

African American:

97.0%

Two or more races:

1.1%

White:

0.6%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 77.8%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD High School ranks worse than 89.2% of high schools in Michigan. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 10.55. (See more...)

The four-year cohort graduation rate measures the percentage of students at University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD High School who earn a standard high school diploma within four years of starting ninth grade.

The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.

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 (97%), two or more races (1.1%), American Indian (0.6%). (See more...)

Compare Details 77.8% 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 High School is 16.4. (See more...)

Compare University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD High School employs 28.4 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD High School is $13,204.

Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD High School:

SchoolDigger ranks University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD High School 663^rd of 743 Michigan public high schools. (See University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD High School in the ranking list.)

High 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 University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD High School

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

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	MI State Percentile
2013	23.49	587^th	805	27.1%
2014	32.30	552^nd	799	30.9%
2015	22.94	635^th	832	23.7%
2016	19.69	629^th	852	26.2%
2017	15.62	617^th	835	26.1%
2018	10.99	691^st	824	16.1%
2019	3.65	647^th	666	2.9%
2023	7.28	684^th	735	6.9%
2024	10.55	663^rd	743	10.8%

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Rank History for Special Education students at University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	MI State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2018	16.24	277^th	315	12.1%

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

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	MI State Percentile
2018	15.39	607^th	755	19.6%
2019	4.59	514^th	532	3.4%
2023	6.61	592^nd	614	3.6%
2024	9.00	607^th	654	7.2%

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

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	MI State Percentile
2018	7.13	629^th	710	11.4%
2023	4.62	590^th	611	3.4%
2024	9.51	564^th	619	8.9%

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

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	MI State Percentile
2018	12.17	588^th	707	16.8%
2019	4.31	520^th	543	4.2%
2023	6.69	578^th	611	5.4%
2024	6.53	599^th	633	5.4%

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

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	MI State Percentile
2018	27.88	171^st	254	32.7%
2019	18.00	123^rd	147	16.3%
2023	25.88	125^th	170	26.5%
2024	31.67	125^th	188	33.5%

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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 High School

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Total
2011	1	114	0	0	0	0	0	115
2012	3	244	1	1	0	0	0	249
2013	2	327	1	1	0	0	6	337
2014	1	468	1	1	0	0	4	475
2015	2	491	2	2	0	0	12	509
2016	2	444	1	1	0	0	21	469
2017	2	444	0	1	0	0	22	469
2018	2	506	0	0	0	0	18	526
2019	1	470	1	1	0	1	13	487
2020	1	475	1	3	1	0	17	498
2021	1	490	2	3	2	0	7	505
2022	2	461	2	3	2	0	8	478
2023	3	454	1	2	3	0	5	468

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 High School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2011	115	7.0	16.4	73.9
2012	249	14.0	17.7	67.9
2013	337	19.0	17.7	59.9
2014	475	28.0	16.9	65.5
2015	509	27.0	18.8	65.4
2016	469	25.0	18.7	64.8
2017	469	27.0	17.3	71.6
2018	526	24.0	21.9	70.7
2019	487	25.0	19.4	75.8
2020	498	27.5	18.1	70.7
2021	505	26.6	18.9	67.7
2022	478	24.5	19.5	76.2
2023	468	28.4	16.4	77.8

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 High School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2011	115	7.0	16.4	73.9
2012	249	14.0	17.7	67.9
2013	337	19.0	17.7	59.9
2014	475	28.0	16.9	65.5
2015	509	27.0	18.8	65.4
2016	469	25.0	18.7	64.8
2017	469	27.0	17.3	71.6
2018	526	24.0	21.9	70.7
2019	487	25.0	19.4	75.8
2020	498	27.5	18.1	70.7
2021	505	26.6	18.9	67.7
2022	478	24.5	19.5	76.2
2023	468	28.4	16.4	77.8

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 High School

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019	$622 (6.5%)	$8,944 (93.5%)	$9,565
2020	$771 (7.3%)	$9,833 (92.7%)	$10,604
2021	$1,647 (15.9%)	$8,693 (84.1%)	$10,339
2022	$1,793 (15.3%)	$9,916 (84.7%)	$11,708
2023	$2,789 (21.1%)	$10,415 (78.9%)	$13,204

Data source: Michigan Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD High 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 647^th of 666 High schools	Ranks 684^th of 735 High schools	4.1%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
11th Grade Social Studies (University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD High School)	12	10.1	1.9%
11th Grade Social Studies (University Preparatory Science and Math (PSAD))	12	10.1	1.9%
11th Grade Social Studies (Michigan)	46.6	36.1	10.5%
11th Grade Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD High School)	19.4	18.1	1.3%
11th Grade Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (University Preparatory Science and Math (PSAD))	19.4	18.1	1.3%
11th Grade Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (Michigan)	55.3	52.2	3.1%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	487	468	3.9%
African American	470	454	3.4%
American Indian	0	3
Asian	1	1
Hispanic	1	2	100%
Pacific Islander	1	0	100%
White	1	3	200%
Two or More Races	13	5	61.5%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	75.8%	77.8%	2%

Schools Near University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD High School

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (2024)	SAT Mathematics (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	SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing 11th Grade	SAT Mathematics 11th Grade	M-Step Science 11th Grade	M-Step Social Studies 11th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD High School	Public, Magnet, Charter	9-12	2664 Franklin St	Detroit	48207	Wayne County	University Preparatory Science and Math (PSAD)	Yes	Yes	No	Yes	(313) 393-9166	468	28	16.4	77.8%	3 (0.6%)	454 (97.0%)	2 (0.4%)	1 (0.2%)	3 (0.6%)	0 (0.0%)	5 (1.1%)	10.6	663^rd of 743 public high schools	10.8%		7.3	684^th of 735 public high schools	6.9%	21	22.6		17.3	11.5	$13,204	$2,789	$10,415
Martin Luther King Junior Senior High School	Public	9-12	3200 E Lafayette St	Detroit	48207	Wayne County	Detroit Public Schools Community District	No	No	No	Yes	(313) 494-7373	821	39	20.8	72.7%	0 (0.0%)	819 (99.8%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.1%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.1%)	7.8	688^th of 743 public high schools	7.4%		6.1	696^th of 735 public high schools	5.3%	8	22.1	6.0	12.2	9.6	$19,979	$7,528	$12,451
CapstoneWayne County Juvenile Detention Facility	Public, Charter	6-12	3501 Hamtramck Dr	Hamtramck	48211	Wayne County	Capstone Academy Charter School (SDA)	Yes	No	No	Yes	(313) 831-3510	135	7	19.2	97.8%	16 (11.9%)	119 (88.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)								(n/a)					$23,519	$5,130	$18,389
WAY Michigan	Public, Virtual, Charter	6-12	407 E Fort St	Detroit	48226	Wayne County	WAY Michigan	Yes	No	Yes	Yes	(734) 494-2106	0	2	.0		0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	94.1	34^th of 743 public high schools	95.4%		91.9	41^st of 735 public high schools	94.4%	7			58.3	66.7	$15,602	$3,247	$12,355
Detroit Edison Public School Academy High School	Public, Charter	9-12	3402 Saint Aubin St	Detroit	48207	Wayne County	Detroit Edison Public School Academy	Yes	No	No	Yes	(313) 877-9381	405	14	28.7	67.9%	0 (0.0%)	385 (95.1%)	12 (3.0%)	3 (0.7%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (1.0%)	31.7	497^th of 743 public high schools	33.1%		28.3	529^th of 735 public high schools	28.0%	32	43.8	7.9	28.1	31.5	$11,354	$2,684	$8,670
Crockett Midtown High School of Science and Medicine	Public	9-12	571 Mack Ave	Detroit	48201	Wayne County	Detroit Public Schools Community District	No	No	No	Yes	(313) 494-1805	206	17	12.1	83.0%	8 (3.9%)	175 (85.0%)	5 (2.4%)	17 (8.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.5%)	12.8	650^th of 743 public high schools	12.5%		9.7	673^rd of 735 public high schools	8.4%	23	16.1		9.7	25.8	$23,173	$6,520	$16,653
Cass Technical High School	Public	9-12	2501 2nd Ave	Detroit	48201	Wayne County	Detroit Public Schools Community District	No	No	No	Yes	(313) 263-2000	2,395	100	23.9	62.2%	46 (1.9%)	1,823 (76.1%)	280 (11.7%)	226 (9.4%)	5 (0.2%)	1 (0.0%)	14 (0.6%)	68.8	185^th of 743 public high schools	75.1%		59.6	263^rd of 735 public high schools	64.2%	78	71.7	32.1	34.7	47.1	$17,460	$5,109	$12,351
Detroit School of Arts	Public	9-12	123 Selden St	Detroit	48201	Wayne County	Detroit Public Schools Community District	No	No	No	Yes	(313) 494-6000	432	35	12.4	72.7%	9 (2.1%)	405 (93.8%)	7 (1.6%)	1 (0.2%)	3 (0.7%)	1 (0.2%)	6 (1.4%)	23.2	573^rd of 743 public high schools	22.9%		16.8	616^th of 735 public high schools	16.2%	43	44.0		11.0	19.8	$24,789	$6,296	$18,493
Detroit Public Safety Academy	Public, Charter	6-12	1250 Rosa Parks Blvd	Detroit	48216	Wayne County	Detroit Public Safety Academy	Yes	No	No	Yes	(313) 965-6916	159	8	20.9	96.9%	1 (0.6%)	155 (97.5%)	1 (0.6%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (1.3%)	4.8	722^nd of 743 public high schools	2.8%					(n/a)	12.2			10.2	$13,801	$5,081	$8,720
Pathways Academy	Public, Charter	7-12	11340 E Jefferson Ave	Detroit	48214	Wayne County	Pathways Academy	Yes	No	No	Yes	(313) 209-3803	119	4	29.7	99.2%	2 (1.7%)	114 (95.8%)	3 (2.5%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)								(n/a)					$18,468	$1,721	$16,747

Frequently Asked Questions about University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD High School

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

In the 2022-23 school year, 468 students attended University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD High School.

Is University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD High School a good school?

University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD High School ranks in the bottom 10.8% of Michigan high schools.

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

Students at University Preparatory Science and Math PSAD High School are 97% African American, 1% Two or more races.

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