Serving 382 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Coleman A Young 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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 16:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coleman A Young Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Coleman A Young Elementary School's student population of 382 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
382 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Coleman A Young 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 Coleman A Young Elementary School is 0.02, which is less 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
#2751 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
99%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)75.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
45%
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 Coleman A Young Elementary School's ranking?
Coleman A Young Elementary School is ranked #2751 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Coleman A Young Elementary School often compared to?
Coleman A Young Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vernor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Coleman A Young Elementary School?
382 students attend Coleman A Young Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Coleman A Young Elementary School students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Coleman A Young Elementary School?
Coleman A Young Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Coleman A Young Elementary School offer ?
Coleman A Young Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Coleman A Young Elementary School part of?
Coleman A Young Elementary School is part of Detroit Public Schools Community.
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