Serving 785 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Bates Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 785 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bates Academy's student population of 785 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
785 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Bates Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bates Academy is 0.00, 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
#947 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
100%
18%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Bates Academy's ranking?
Bates Academy is ranked #947 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Bates Academy often compared to?
Bates Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Foreign Language Immersion And Cultural Studies by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Bates Academy?
785 students attend Bates Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Bates Academy students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bates Academy?
Bates Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bates Academy offer ?
Bates Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bates Academy part of?
Bates Academy is part of Detroit 51±¬ÁÏs Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Bates Academy located?
Bates Academy is located in the McDowell neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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