Serving 20 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Progress Park ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Progress Park ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Progress Park's student population of 20 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
20 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Committed to equity, inclusion and social justice.'
School Rankings
Progress Park ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Progress Park is 0.58, 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
#810 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
15%
18%
White
60%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
20%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Progress Park's ranking?
Progress Park is ranked #810 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Progress Park?
20 students attend Progress Park.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Progress Park students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Progress Park?
Progress Park has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Progress Park offer ?
Progress Park offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Progress Park part of?
Progress Park is part of Washtenaw Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Progress Park located?
Progress Park is located in the Bryant Pattengill East neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI. There are 4 other public schools located in Bryant Pattengill East.
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