Serving 405 students in grades Kindergarten-5, University Preparatory Art Design Elementary 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
University Preparatory Art Design Elementary School's student population of 405 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
405 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
University Preparatory Art Design Elementary 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 University Preparatory Art Design Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#2477 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
98%
18%
White
1%
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
83%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
University Preparatory Art & Design School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University Preparatory Art Design Elementary School's ranking?
University Preparatory Art Design Elementary School is ranked #2477 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are University Preparatory Art Design Elementary School often compared to?
University Preparatory Art Design Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Durfee Elementarymiddle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend University Preparatory Art Design Elementary School?
405 students attend University Preparatory Art Design Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of University Preparatory Art Design Elementary School students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of University Preparatory Art Design Elementary School?
University Preparatory Art Design Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does University Preparatory Art Design Elementary School offer ?
University Preparatory Art Design Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is University Preparatory Art Design Elementary School part of?
University Preparatory Art Design Elementary School is part of University Preparatory Art & Design School District.
In what neighborhood is University Preparatory Art Design Elementary School located?
University Preparatory Art Design Elementary School is located in the Gateway Community neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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