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Universal Academy

Charter | K-12 | 487 students

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Situated in an urban neighborhood. The median home value is $63,200. The average monthly rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $740.

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Posted October 23, 2012

PROS: they teach really great, most people are nice, & its a safe environment. CONS: don't have good sports, does not feel like a regular high school, no homecoming, no proms, no type of school dances and No diversity at all ! the school would have been really nice if we were treated like actual high schoolers... people want to graduate and have their high school memories


Posted September 27, 2010

I wasted all my high school years at Universal Academy. Its a small school that has classes from K-12 grade. I graduated from Universal Academy in 2010, i regret all the time i wasted there. When my friends at college ask me about my high school i don't know what to tell them, because no one knows Universal Academy. The sports system sucks big time, there is only one volley ball team for girls and one soccer team for guys. There is no real coaches and there is no fields to practice on. High School should be one of the most memorable times of my life and i totally regret going to Universal Academy. If you have children my advice is to take them to another "REAL" high school. Unless you want them to have the same regrets i had. P.s NO PROMS NO HOMECOMINGS NOTHING AND NO DIVERSITY.


Posted November 2, 2009

I love Universal Academy because it caters to every individual student and teach all the way till he/she graduate and with honors and qulified for a scholarship.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted October 30, 2009

Universal Academy is a 'home away from home'. We're a close-knit family and work together as a team to accomplish our goals of continuous school improvement. We've made AYP though may students are Limited English Proficient and almost 100% of our students come from Economically Disadvantaged backgrounds. Our Superintendent/Founder Mrs. Nawal Hamadeh kicked off the year with staff with a theme of 'Dream*Imagine*Re-Imagine*Change' and that we shall do!


Posted October 30, 2009

Universal Academy fosters an extremely positive learning environment. Everyone is part of a team including students and parents.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted October 30, 2009

A diverse and dynamic school standing proud of its multiculture and multilingual population, aiming for the best and working hard to stay on top.


Posted October 30, 2009

Great thing about Universal Academy - an amazing multicultural environment where students, parents and teachers interact on international level.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 30, 2009

Safe multicultural environment where sudents parents and teachers interact on international level
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 27, 2009

i love it here so much things i've learned here and so much fun we have in class
—Submitted by a student


Posted April 12, 2009

Universal Academy gives my children the best opportunities in challenging classes, sports, and after school clubs. They have earned prizes in Science Fairs and are awarded for their character. The principal, Mrs. Moughania, is always available and makes sure all kids get the education they deserve. Having such a school that keeps my kids safe and on the right track is a great blessing.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 26, 2009

For you the one student saying that there is no fun or diversity no one is forcing you to go to our school Universal Academy!! But I belive the reason why were not having fun is because if we sit there having fun were going to forget what we learned and slack off on our work.
—Submitted by a student


Posted September 11, 2008

There is no diversity at all ! No jim no fun ! Long hours of nothing ! there are alot of better schools !
—Submitted by a student


Posted February 2, 2008

My children get the help they need always and are able to maintain honor roll. Comparing to Dearborn public schools this org is far superior in every way.
—Submitted by 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.

56 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
18%

2012

 
 
10%

2011

 
 
86%

2010

 
 
96%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 66% in 2013.

56 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
30%

2012

 
 
16%

2011

 
 
40%

2010

 
 
78%
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.

46 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
17%

2012

 
 
15%

2011

 
 
81%

2010

 
 
89%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 68% in 2013.

46 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
30%

2012

 
 
41%

2011

 
 
77%

2010

 
 
43%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 47% in 2013.

46 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
17%

2011

 
 
23%
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.

36 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
17%

2012

 
 
43%

2011

 
 
85%

2010

 
 
70%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 70% in 2013.

36 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
28%

2012

 
 
57%

2011

 
 
74%

2010

 
 
60%
Science

The state average for Science was 13% in 2013.

36 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
0%

2011

 
 
48%

2010

 
 
57%
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.

37 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
30%

2012

 
 
29%

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
67%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 68% in 2013.

37 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
57%

2012

 
 
31%

2011

 
 
78%

2010

 
 
59%
Social Studies

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

37 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
14%

2011

 
 
63%

2010

 
 
36%
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.

33 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
36%

2012

 
 
33%

2011

 
 
81%

2010

 
 
73%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 62% in 2013.

33 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
30%

2012

 
 
42%

2011

 
 
54%

2010

 
 
58%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 52% in 2013.

33 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
36%

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.

32 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
9%

2012

 
 
21%

2011

 
 
78%

2010

 
 
59%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 66% in 2013.

32 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
53%

2012

 
 
32%

2011

 
 
78%

2010

 
 
61%
Science

The state average for Science was 16% in 2013.

32 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
0%

2011

 
 
72%

2010

 
 
51%
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.

65 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
12%

2011

 
 
59%

2010

 
 
38%
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.

49 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
6%

2011

 
 
20%

2010

 
 
29%

2009

 
 
50%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 56% in 2012.

49 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
22%

2011

 
 
29%

2010

 
 
32%

2009

 
 
44%
Science

The state average for Science was 26% in 2012.

49 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
4%

2011

 
 
24%

2010

 
 
29%

2009

 
 
56%
Social Studies

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

49 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
14%

2011

 
 
51%

2010

 
 
54%

2009

 
 
72%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 49% in 2012.

49 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
16%

2011

 
 
22%

2010

 
 
11%

2009

 
 
39%
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
White 95% 71%
Black 2% 20%
Hispanic 2% 5%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 1%
Asian/Pacific Islander N/A 3%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 93%N/A42%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 13N/A18
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Awards

Academic awards received in the past 3 years
  • Skillman Good School (2007)

Special education / special needs

Specific academic themes or areas of focus
  • Special education

Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math (STEM)

Specific academic themes or areas of focus
  • Mathematics

Language learning

Foreign languages taught
  • Arabic
  • French
School leaders can update this information here.

School basics

School start time
  • 7:55
School end time
  • 3:15
School Leader's name
  • Ms. Leila Hamade
Fax number
  • (313) 724-1927

Programs

Specific academic themes or areas of focus

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  • Mathematics
  • Special education
Foreign languages taught
  • Arabic
  • French
School leaders can update this information here.

Sports

Boys sports
  • Basketball
  • Football
  • Soccer
Girls sports
  • Basketball
School leaders can update this information here.

School culture

Dress Code
  • Uniforms
School leaders can update this information here.

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Detroit, MI 48210
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