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Nsoroma Institute

Charter | K-12 | 227 students

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Posted July 12, 2012

Nsoroma Institute is an excellent school Iam an graduate from that school went there in 8th grade and know im going to the 9th at East Detroit . This school teaches you a whole lot that wil really help benefit your life . The teachers there are excellent . They have prgrams for you to attend . The have a academic games team theat you can compete against different schools .. i attend that its a great program . Its very very environmental . Its about helping the earth and its a very loving school environment the staff an students are like family i enjoyed the school alot . They have a Rights of Passage Program that teaches young girls to be young ladies and to respect their selves out in the world ... This is an awesome school .. and I really hope for the best for new upcoming students you will love it :) -CierraS.


Posted November 4, 2008

this is a very good school i liked it alot after the year was over because i am more aware of what is actuall happening in the real world but also im intouch with more of my history. I LOVE IT! SO COOL!
—Submitted by a student


Posted September 3, 2008

Peace & Blessings, Nsoroma Institue is not only a great school, it's designed to specifically tap into your child's purpose in life. Every child should have something to relate to, something to call their own. This African Centered Education Facility gives children a sense of ownership. They have Black Male teachers who teach and train boys to be men. What else could one ask for. A must school for black boys 6-8th grade.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 2, 2008

I think Nsoroma is an excellent school. The administration, and staff (teachers) are the best. This school demonstrates what it means to have academic pride and instills this in it's children. They teach the children how to reach their academic goals and be great achievers in all areas in their lives. I highly recomend this school to any parent who's looking for a well rounded school who makes the children know themselves in and out and stresses to the young achievers that knowledege is everything and once you have it, it can never be taken away!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 1, 2008

Nsoroma is a great school. The curriculum that is offered here is unique and very rare for public schools. The teacher-parent-student involvment and interaction is phenominal.Their staff really cares about student success.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 17, 2007

During my children's attendance at this school, I was very disappointed. The curriculum was not up to standard and staff accountability was non existent.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 20, 2005

Nsoroma is a great school from K-4 grade after that everything is an uphill battle. The students are out of control. I am a very involve parent and committed to the school but that was not enough. responsiblities need to be delegated and the teachers are in need of interpersonal skill training for adults and students.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 21, 2004

When I think of 'great schools' Nsoroma comes to mind...Their staff'effort is exceptional the curriculm is relevant and empowering....I just wished there were more schools with the same commitment...
—Submitted by K M, a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 41% in 2013.

19 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
11%

2012

 
 
6%

2011

 
 
59%

2010

 
 
96%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 66% in 2013.

20 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
45%

2012

 
 
43%

2011

 
 
87%

2010

 
 
70%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 45% in 2013.

14 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
7%

2012

 
 
0%

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
91%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 68% in 2013.

14 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
43%

2012

 
 
42%

2011

 
 
61%

2010

 
 
68%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 47% in 2013.

14 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
29%

2011

 
 
13%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 46% in 2013.

22 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
23%

2012

 
 
14%

2011

 
 
45%

2010

 
 
56%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 70% in 2013.

22 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
59%

2012

 
 
30%

2011

 
 
52%

2010

 
 
63%
Science

The state average for Science was 13% in 2013.

22 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
5%

2011

 
 
48%

2010

 
 
67%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 40% in 2013.

18 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
6%

2012

 
 
8%

2011

 
 
58%

2010

 
 
42%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 68% in 2013.

18 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
56%

2012

 
 
38%

2011

 
 
65%

2010

 
 
84%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 30% in 2013.

19 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
0%

2011

 
 
52%

2010

 
 
63%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 38% in 2013.

13 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
8%

2012

 
 
0%

2011

 
 
43%

2010

 
 
52%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 62% in 2013.

13 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
23%

2012

 
 
32%

2011

 
 
61%

2010

 
 
65%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 52% in 2013.

13 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
46%

2011

 
 
29%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 33% in 2013.

18 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
0%

2012

 
 
0%

2011

 
 
42%

2010

 
 
50%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 66% in 2013.

18 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
44%

2012

 
 
36%

2011

 
 
74%

2010

 
 
69%
Science

The state average for Science was 16% in 2013.

21 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
0%

2011

 
 
56%

2010

 
 
63%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 29% in 2013.

2013

 
 
n/a

2011

 
 
n/a

2010

 
 
n/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 29% in 2012.

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2011

 
 
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2010

 
 
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Reading

The state average for Reading was 56% in 2012.

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Science

The state average for Science was 26% in 2012.

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Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 41% in 2012.

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Writing

The state average for Writing was 49% in 2012.

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2011

 
 
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2009

 
 
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Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Michigan used the Michigan Merit Examination (MME) to assess students in grade 11 in reading, writing, math, science and social studies. The MME is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MME test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Black 100% 20%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 1%
Asian/Pacific Islander N/A 3%
Hispanic N/A 5%
White N/A 71%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 77%N/A42%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 18N/A18
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

School basics

School Leader's name
  • Mr. Malik Yakini
Fax number
  • (313) 521-0401

Programs

Specific academic themes or areas of focus

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  • Special education
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20045 Joann St
Detroit, MI 48205
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Phone: (313) 521-0400

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