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Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy is an elementary school in Detroit, Michigan, serving around 400 students in grades PK-8. The school has a diverse student population, with a majority Hispanic enrollment (72.75%) and significant African American (21.25%) and White (5.5%) representation.
Despite the school's dual language focus, Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy faces significant challenges. The school has consistently high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 39.4% to 50.3%, which is much higher than the state and district averages. Academically, Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy's performance on M-Step and PSAT tests is consistently below state and district averages across all grade levels and subject areas, with proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Math ranging from just 10.9% to 31.6% and 7.69% to 27.3%, respectively, compared to state averages of 37.5% to 44% in ELA and 31% to 43.4% in Math. The school's performance on key subgroups, such as Hispanic students, English Language Learners, and students from low socioeconomic backgrounds, is particularly concerning, with rankings among the lowest in the state.
Interestingly, the nearby Maybury Elementary School and Roberto Clemente Learning Academy, both part of the Detroit Public Schools Community District, demonstrate similar challenges with low academic performance, high chronic absenteeism, and low socioeconomic status of the student population. This suggests that the issues faced by Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy are not unique but rather systemic within the district. Despite the school's relatively high per-student spending, ranging from $16,489 to $22,512 in recent years, the increased funding does not appear to translate into improved academic outcomes, indicating that the school may face challenges in effectively utilizing its resources.
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