Serving 529 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass 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 is 6% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 48:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 529 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 48:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy's student population of 529 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
529 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy 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
#2877 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
48:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
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
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy's ranking?
Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy is ranked #2877 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy often compared to?
Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Cooke Stem Academy, David Ellis Academy, Detroit Edison 51±¬ÁÏ Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy?
529 students attend Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy?
Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy has a student ration of 48:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy offer ?
Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy part of?
Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy is part of Cornerstone Jefferson-Douglass Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy located?
Cornerstone Jeffersondouglass Academy is located in the Grant neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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