Serving 378 students in grades 5-8, Fisher Magnet Upper 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 was 10% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 16% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 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).
Top Rankings
Fisher Magnet Upper Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
378 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#2711 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
98%
18%
White
1%
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
93%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fisher Magnet Upper Academy's ranking?
Fisher Magnet Upper Academy is ranked #2711 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Fisher Magnet Upper Academy?
378 students attend Fisher Magnet Upper Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Fisher Magnet Upper Academy students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fisher Magnet Upper Academy?
Fisher Magnet Upper Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fisher Magnet Upper Academy offer ?
Fisher Magnet Upper Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fisher Magnet Upper Academy part of?
Fisher Magnet Upper Academy is part of Detroit ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools Community.
In what neighborhood is Fisher Magnet Upper Academy located?
Fisher Magnet Upper Academy is located in the Regent Park neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 2 other public schools located in Regent Park.
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