Serving 425 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Escuela Avancemos ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Escuela Avancemos ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Escuela Avancemos's student population of 425 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
425 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
2012
School Calendar
School Motto
Educates with Love
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Escuela Avancemos ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Escuela Avancemos is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2561 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
97%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
1%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Escuela Avancemos's ranking?
Escuela Avancemos is ranked #2561 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Escuela Avancemos?
425 students attend Escuela Avancemos.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Escuela Avancemos students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Escuela Avancemos?
Escuela Avancemos has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Escuela Avancemos offer ?
Escuela Avancemos offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Escuela Avancemos part of?
Escuela Avancemos is part of Escuela Avancemos School District.
In what neighborhood is Escuela Avancemos located?
Escuela Avancemos is located in the Hubbard Richard neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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