Serving 608 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center Of Excellence 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 9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 608 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center Of Excellence ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center Of Excellence's student population of 608 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
608 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 17, 2026
School Motto
Empower, Lead, Change the World!
School Rankings
Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center Of Excellence 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 Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center Of Excellence is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2633 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
99%
18%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center Of Excellence's ranking?
Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center Of Excellence is ranked #2633 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center Of Excellence often compared to?
Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center Of Excellenceis often viewed alongside schools like Agbu Alexmarie Manoogian School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center Of Excellence?
608 students attend Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center Of Excellence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center Of Excellence students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center Of Excellence?
Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center Of Excellence has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center Of Excellence offer ?
Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center Of Excellence offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center Of Excellence part of?
Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center Of Excellence is part of Dr. Joseph F. Pollack Academic Center Of Excellence School District.
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