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Durfee Elementarymiddle School

2425 Tuxedo St
Detroit, MI 48206
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Bottom 50%
Serving 593 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Durfee Elementarymiddle 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 4% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower 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 (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 593 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • : Bottom 50% in MI
  • : 4% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings

Durfee Elementarymiddle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview
Durfee Elementarymiddle School's student population of 593 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
593 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
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Students by Grade
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<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
Durfee Elementarymiddle School 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 Durfee Elementarymiddle School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#3012 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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4%
34%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Durfee Elementarymiddle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
10%
45%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Durfee Elementarymiddle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
6-9%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
9%
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Black
98%
18%
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White
n/a
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Michigan.
0.04
This chart displays the diversity score of Durfee Elementarymiddle School and the public school average diversity score of Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
49%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Durfee Elementarymiddle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Durfee Elementarymiddle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What is Durfee Elementarymiddle School's ranking?
Durfee Elementarymiddle School is ranked #3012 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Durfee Elementarymiddle School often compared to?
Durfee Elementarymiddle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thirkell Elementarymiddle School, University Preparatory Art Design Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Durfee Elementarymiddle School?
593 students attend Durfee Elementarymiddle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Durfee Elementarymiddle School students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Durfee Elementarymiddle School?
Durfee Elementarymiddle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Durfee Elementarymiddle School offer ?
Durfee Elementarymiddle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Durfee Elementarymiddle School part of?
Durfee Elementarymiddle School is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Durfee Elementarymiddle School located?
Durfee Elementarymiddle School is located in the Dexter Linwood neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Dexter Linwood.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 593 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 4% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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