Serving 302 students in grades 1-4, Ralph J Bunche 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Ralph J Bunche Academy's student population of 302 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
302 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Motto
Committed to Excellence.
Ralph J Bunche Academy 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 Ralph J Bunche Academy is 0.36, 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
#2814 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
79%
18%
White
9%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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What is Ralph J Bunche Academy's ranking?
Ralph J Bunche Academy is ranked #2814 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Ralph J Bunche Academy often compared to?
Ralph J Bunche Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Nichols Elementarymiddle School, Wayne Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Ralph J Bunche Academy?
302 students attend Ralph J Bunche Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Ralph J Bunche Academy students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ralph J Bunche Academy?
Ralph J Bunche Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ralph J Bunche Academy offer ?
Ralph J Bunche Academy offers enrollment in grades 1-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ralph J Bunche Academy part of?
Ralph J Bunche Academy is part of Ecorse Public Schools.
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