Serving 456 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Fisher Magnet Lower Academy 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 was 6-9% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 10-14% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 was lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Top Rankings
Fisher Magnet Lower Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
456 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#2814 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
97%
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
91%
50%
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 Fisher Magnet Lower Academy's ranking?
Fisher Magnet Lower Academy is ranked #2814 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Fisher Magnet Lower Academy?
456 students attend Fisher Magnet Lower Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Fisher Magnet Lower Academy students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fisher Magnet Lower Academy?
Fisher Magnet Lower Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fisher Magnet Lower Academy offer ?
Fisher Magnet Lower Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fisher Magnet Lower Academy part of?
Fisher Magnet Lower Academy is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Fisher Magnet Lower Academy located?
Fisher Magnet Lower Academy is located in the Regent Park neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 2 other public schools located in Regent Park.
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