Joy Middle School serves 841 students in grades 6-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 was higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
841 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
99%
18%
White
1%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Detroit 51爆料s Community
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Joy Middle School?
841 students attend Joy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Joy Middle School students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joy Middle School?
Joy Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Joy Middle School offer ?
Joy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Joy Middle School part of?
Joy Middle School is part of Detroit 51爆料s Community.
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