Serving 408 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Carpenter School ranks in the bottom 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 32% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Carpenter School's student population of 408 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
408 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Carpenter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carpenter School is 0.75, which is more 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
#1829 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
29%
18%
White
35%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 Carpenter School's ranking?
Carpenter School is ranked #1829 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Carpenter School often compared to?
Carpenter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pittsfield School, Mary D Mitchell School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Carpenter School?
408 students attend Carpenter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Carpenter School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 17% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carpenter School?
Carpenter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Carpenter School offer ?
Carpenter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carpenter School part of?
Carpenter School is part of Ann Arbor Public Schools.
In what neighborhood is Carpenter School located?
Carpenter School is located in the Carpenter neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Carpenter.
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