Serving 673 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Priest Elementarymiddle School 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 12% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 673 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Priest Elementarymiddle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Priest Elementarymiddle School's student population of 673 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
673 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Priest Elementarymiddle School 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 Priest Elementarymiddle School is 0.63, which is more 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
#2724 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
51%
9%
Black
20%
18%
White
28%
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
80%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Priest Elementarymiddle School's ranking?
Priest Elementarymiddle School is ranked #2724 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Priest Elementarymiddle School?
673 students attend Priest Elementarymiddle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Priest Elementarymiddle School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Priest Elementarymiddle School?
Priest Elementarymiddle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Priest Elementarymiddle School offer ?
Priest Elementarymiddle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Priest Elementarymiddle School part of?
Priest Elementarymiddle School is part of Detroit Public Schools Community.
In what neighborhood is Priest Elementarymiddle School located?
Priest Elementarymiddle School is located in the Claytown neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 2 other public schools located in Claytown.
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