University Preparatory Art Design Elementary

Summary:

University Preparatory Art Design Elementary is a public charter elementary school in Detroit, Michigan, serving 394 students in grades K-5. The school is part of the University Preparatory Academy (PSAD) district, which is ranked 571 out of 610 districts in the state and has a 0-star rating.

Despite the school's focus on art and design, University Preparatory Art Design Elementary consistently ranks in the bottom 15% of Michigan elementary schools, with significantly below-average proficiency rates on state assessments. For example, in the 2023-2024 school year, the school's 3rd-grade English Language Arts proficiency rate was just 21.9%, compared to the state average of 39.6%. The school's performance is particularly low for male students and students from low socioeconomic backgrounds, ranking in the bottom 10% and 15% of Michigan elementary schools, respectively, in these subgroups. Additionally, the school has experienced high rates of chronic absenteeism, with 48.5% of students chronically absent in the 2022-2023 school year.

Interestingly, the nearby charter schools, such as New Paradigm Glazer Academy and University Preparatory Academy PSAD Elementary, generally outperform University Preparatory Art Design Elementary in academic proficiency, with higher test scores and better rankings. However, these nearby charter schools also have higher rates of chronic absenteeism, ranging from 50.5% to 57.5% in the 2022-2023 school year. In contrast, Hanley International Academy, another nearby charter school, stands out with stronger academic performance and lower chronic absenteeism rates of 26.1%.

Detail:

Public, Charter K-5

10225 3rd St
Detroit, MI 48202

(313) 826-1159

District: University Preparatory Art & Design

SchoolDigger Rank:
1271^st of 1,486 Michigan Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $12,385

Student/teacher ratio: 14.0

Number of students: 394

Racial breakdown:

African American:

98.0%

White:

1.3%

Two or more races:

0.5%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 84.3%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details University Preparatory Art Design Elementary ranks worse than 85.5% of elementary schools in Michigan. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 13.6. (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%), White (1.3%), two or more races (0.5%). (See more...)

Compare Details 84.3% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at University Preparatory Art Design Elementary is 14. (See more...)

Compare University Preparatory Art Design Elementary employs 28 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at University Preparatory Art Design Elementary is $12,385.

Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

University Preparatory Art Design Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks University Preparatory Art Design Elementary 1271^st of 1486 Michigan public elementary schools. (See University Preparatory Art Design Elementary in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:

Low Socio Economic Status students:

Female students:

Male students:

African American students:

University Preparatory Art & Design:

SchoolDigger ranks University Preparatory Art & Design 571^st of 610 Michigan school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for University Preparatory Art Design Elementary

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Rank History for all students at University Preparatory Art Design Elementary

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	MI State Percentile
2015	20.76	1282^nd	1580	18.9%
2016	11.08	1386^th	1548	10.5%
2017	6.78	1390^th	1466	5.2%
2018	13.71	1298^th	1448	10.4%
2019	10.57	1276^th	1408	9.4%
2022	7.26	1265^th	1344	5.9%
2023	12.32	1271^st	1470	13.5%
2024	13.60	1271^st	1486	14.5%

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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at University Preparatory Art Design Elementary

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	MI State Percentile
2018	17.73	1223^rd	1397	12.5%
2019	14.62	1025^th	1134	9.6%
2022	13.83	989^th	1099	10.0%
2023	18.60	1130^th	1350	16.3%
2024	16.00	1218^th	1381	11.8%

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Rank History for Female students at University Preparatory Art Design Elementary

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	MI State Percentile
2018	18.77	1208^th	1443	16.3%
2019	14.85	1039^th	1171	11.3%
2022	6.83	1074^th	1106	2.9%
2023	14.95	1152^nd	1321	12.8%
2024	14.61	1175^th	1342	12.4%

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Rank History for Male students at University Preparatory Art Design Elementary

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	MI State Percentile
2018	10.59	1321^st	1446	8.6%
2019	7.61	1148^th	1196	4.0%
2023	6.72	1282^nd	1334	3.9%
2024	7.85	1277^th	1347	5.2%

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Rank History for African American students at University Preparatory Art Design Elementary

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	MI State Percentile
2018	44.90	234^th	475	50.7%
2019	33.17	138^th	212	34.9%
2022	25.39	120^th	158	24.1%
2023	35.21	191^st	321	40.5%
2024	39.24	187^th	348	46.3%

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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 Art Design Elementary

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Year	White	African American	Hispanic	Two or More Races	Total
2013	0	333	0	0	333
2014	0	385	0	0	385
2015	0	389	0	0	389
2016	2	384	0	0	386
2017	0	390	0	0	390
2018	0	394	0	0	394
2019	0	403	0	0	403
2020	1	398	4	2	405
2021	1	397	3	2	403
2022	1	397	1	2	401
2023	5	386	1	2	394

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

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

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Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at University Preparatory Art Design Elementary

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2013	333	24.0	13.8	86.5
2014	385	24.0	16.0	86.5
2015	389	26.0	14.9	88.7
2016	386	30.0	12.8	100
2017	390	27.0	14.4	88.7
2018	394	27.0	14.5	84.8
2019	403	29.0	13.8	85.4
2020	405	30.0	13.5	85.2
2021	403	31.0	13.0	69.2
2022	401	28.0	14.3	76.3
2023	394	28.0	14.0	84.3

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 Art Design Elementary

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2013	333	24.0	13.8	86.5
2014	385	24.0	16.0	86.5
2015	389	26.0	14.9	88.7
2016	386	30.0	12.8	100
2017	390	27.0	14.4	88.7
2018	394	27.0	14.5	84.8
2019	403	29.0	13.8	85.4
2020	405	30.0	13.5	85.2
2021	403	31.0	13.0	69.2
2022	401	28.0	14.3	76.3
2023	394	28.0	14.0	84.3

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 Art Design Elementary

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019	$1,219 (10.2%)	$10,746 (89.8%)	$11,965
2020	$1,088 (9.1%)	$10,908 (90.9%)	$11,996
2021	$2,140 (18.8%)	$9,269 (81.2%)	$11,410
2022	$2,729 (20.8%)	$10,412 (79.2%)	$13,141
2023	$2,906 (23.5%)	$9,479 (76.5%)	$12,385

Data source: Michigan Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on University Preparatory Art Design Elementary

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 1276^th of 1408 Elementary schools	Ranks 1271^st of 1470 Elementary schools	4.2%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (University Preparatory Art Design Elementary)	19.7	17.1	2.6%
3rd Grade English Language Arts (University Preparatory Art & Design)	19.7	17.1	2.6%
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)	45.1	40.9	4.2%
3rd Grade Math (University Preparatory Art Design Elementary)	16.7	18.6	1.9%
3rd Grade Math (University Preparatory Art & Design)	16.7	18.6	1.9%
3rd Grade Math (Michigan)	46.7	42.9	3.8%
4th Grade English Language Arts (University Preparatory Art Design Elementary)	32.8	27	5.8%
4th Grade English Language Arts (University Preparatory Art & Design)	32.8	27	5.8%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)	45.8	44.3	1.5%
4th Grade Math (University Preparatory Art Design Elementary)	23.4	15.9	7.5%
4th Grade Math (University Preparatory Art & Design)	23.4	15.9	7.5%
4th Grade Math (Michigan)	41.8	38.6	3.2%
5th Grade English Language Arts (University Preparatory Art Design Elementary)	20	24.2	4.2%
5th Grade English Language Arts (University Preparatory Art & Design)	20	24.2	4.2%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)	46.2	43.9	2.3%
5th Grade Math (University Preparatory Art Design Elementary)	9.2	9.1	0.1%
5th Grade Math (University Preparatory Art & Design)	9.2	9.1	0.1%
5th Grade Math (Michigan)	34.8	31.5	3.3%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	403	394	2.2%
African American	403	386	4.2%
American Indian	0	0
Asian	0	0
Hispanic	0	1
Pacific Islander	0	0
White	0	5
Two or More Races	0	2
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	85.4%	84.3%	1.1%

Schools Near University Preparatory Art Design Elementary

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				PSAT English Language Arts (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	M-Step English Language Arts 3rd Grade	M-Step English Language Arts 4th 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 5th Grade	M-Step Math 6th Grade	M-Step Science 5th Grade	M-Step Science 8th Grade	M-Step Social Studies 5th Grade	M-Step Social Studies 8th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
University Preparatory Art Design Elementary	Public, Charter	K-5	10225 3rd St	Detroit	48202	Wayne County	University Preparatory Art & Design	Yes	No	No	Yes	(313) 826-1159	394	28	14.0	84.3%	5 (1.3%)	386 (98.0%)	1 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (0.5%)	13.6	1271^st of 1486 public elementary schools	14.5%		12.3	1271^st of 1470 public elementary schools	13.5%			21.9	19.1	23.1			17.2	16.2	18.2		15.2				$12,385	$2,906	$9,479
Durfee ElementaryMiddle School	Public	PK, KG-8	2425 Tuxedo St	Detroit	48206	Wayne County	Detroit Public Schools Community District	No	No	No	Yes	(313) 252-3070	593	32	18.6	90.7%	1 (0.2%)	583 (98.3%)	4 (0.7%)	1 (0.2%)	3 (0.5%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.2%)	5.7	1446^th of 1486 public elementary schools	2.7%		5	1446^th of 1470 public elementary schools	1.6%		27.3	9.3	7.2	6.3	9.3	11.6	18.9	7.4				12.1		10.8	$20,703	$6,649	$14,053
Barber Elementary School	Public, Charter	PK, KG-8	45 E Buena Vista St	Highland Park	48203	Wayne County	Highland Park Public School Academy System	Yes	No	No	Yes	(313) 957-3005	280	3	112.0	94.6%	1 (0.4%)	263 (93.9%)	9 (3.2%)	1 (0.4%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	6 (2.1%)								(n/a)	32.4			7.7											$12,426	$2,831	$9,595
Thirkell ElementaryMiddle School	Public	PK, KG-8	7724 14th St	Detroit	48206	Wayne County	Detroit Public Schools Community District	No	No	No	Yes	(313) 596-0990	501	30	16.8	91.2%	1 (0.2%)	494 (98.6%)	3 (0.6%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.2%)	1 (0.2%)	3.9	1481^st of 1486 public elementary schools	0.3%					(n/a)	11.8		14.0	5.8	4.7		4.6				5.8	10.8			$20,967	$6,590	$14,376
New Paradigm Glazer Academy	Public, Charter	K-8	2001 La Belle St	Detroit	48238	Wayne County	New Paradigm Glazer-Loving Academy	Yes	No	No	Yes	(313) 833-1100	183	0	63.3	94.5%	0 (0.0%)	176 (96.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (1.1%)	5 (2.7%)	21.8	1144^th of 1486 public elementary schools	23.0%		22.1	1112^th of 1470 public elementary schools	24.4%	32	45.5	35.3		16.7	23.8		41.2	16.7			12.5	27.3			$14,522	$4,254	$10,268
George Washington Carver Elementary School	Public, Charter	PK, KG-4	14510 2nd Ave	Highland Park	48203	Wayne County	George Washington Carver Academy	Yes	No	No	Yes	(313) 865-6024	221	16	13.6	100.0%	0 (0.0%)	221 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)								(n/a)			13.5				18.2								$00	$00	$00
Dickinson West Elementary School	Public	K-6	2333 Burger St	Hamtramck	48212	Wayne County	Hamtramck School District of the City of	No	No	No	Yes	(313) 591-7407	426	26	16.3	88.5%	203 (47.7%)	87 (20.4%)	0 (0.0%)	132 (31.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (0.9%)	10.4	1337^th of 1486 public elementary schools	10.0%		11.1	1297^th of 1470 public elementary schools	11.8%	40		12.5	16.3	21.3	14.5		14.7	17.3	8.8	13.6	15.0		3.8		$00	$00	$00
University Preparatory Academy PSAD Elementary	Public, Magnet, Charter	K-5	435 Amsterdam St	Detroit	48202	Wayne County	University Preparatory Academy (PSAD)	Yes	Yes	No	Yes	(313) 309-0552	461	30	15.3	75.9%	4 (0.9%)	449 (97.4%)	1 (0.2%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	6 (1.3%)	16.9	1224^th of 1486 public elementary schools	17.6%		15.7	1227^th of 1470 public elementary schools	16.5%	3		26.3	32.9	22.0			23.8	22.8	7.3		13.4		8.5		$11,980	$2,844	$9,136
University Preparatory Academy PSAD Elementary	Public, Magnet, Charter	K-5	957 Holden St	Detroit	48202	Wayne County	University Preparatory Academy (PSAD)	Yes	Yes	No	Yes	(313) 874-9800	415	26	15.9	87.2%	0 (0.0%)	410 (98.8%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (1.0%)	10.3	1338^th of 1486 public elementary schools	10.0%		11	1299^th of 1470 public elementary schools	11.6%	39		8.7	12.5	19.5			7.2	11.3	15.9		20.7		8.5		$11,892	$3,494	$8,398
Holbrook School	Public	K-8	2361 Alice St	Hamtramck	48212	Wayne County	Hamtramck School District of the City of	No	No	No	Yes	(313) 591-7408	203	18	11.6	94.1%	175 (86.2%)	12 (5.9%)	0 (0.0%)	14 (6.9%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (1.0%)	16.7	1227^th of 1486 public elementary schools	17.4%					(n/a)	33.3	12.5							25.0		16.7				$00	$00	$00

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In the 2022-23 school year, 394 students attended University Preparatory Art Design Elementary.

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Students at University Preparatory Art Design Elementary are 98% African American, 1% White.

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