Focus Hope
School Notes Overview:
Focus Hope is a nationally recognized civil and human rights organization in Detroit, Michigan. Our mission is to use intelligent and practical action to fight racism, poverty and injustice. Our programs include a food program for eligible mothers, children and senior citizens; education and training in information technology, manufacturing and engineering; community arts programs; community and economic development initiatives, and children's day care, including a popular Summer Day Camp. Recognizing the dignity and beauty of every person, we pledge intelligent and practical action to overcome racism, poverty and injustice. And to build a metropolitan community where all people may live in freedom, harmony, trust and affection. Black and white, yellow, brown and red from Detroit and its suburbs of every economic status, national origin and religious persuasion we join in this covenant....
School Overview:
Focus Hope |
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| School Type | Early Childhood / Day Care | |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian | |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten - Kindergarten | |
| County | Wayne County, MI | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 182 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
This School |
(MI) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 100% | 21% |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Pre-K - 170 students | ||
| Kind - 12 students | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 1 teachers | |
This School |
(MI) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:113 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 180 days | 180 days |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 8 hours | 6 hours |
School Notes:
- Focus Hope is a nationally recognized civil and human rights organization in Detroit, Michigan. Our mission is to use intelligent and practical action to fight racism, poverty and injustice. Our programs include a food program for eligible mothers, children and senior citizens; education and training in information technology, manufacturing and engineering; community arts programs; community and economic development initiatives, and children's day care, including a popular Summer Day Camp. Recognizing the dignity and beauty of every person, we pledge intelligent and practical action to overcome racism, poverty and injustice. And to build a metropolitan community where all people may live in freedom, harmony, trust and affection. Black and white, yellow, brown and red from Detroit and its suburbs of every economic status, national origin and religious persuasion we join in this covenant.
- Profile last updated: 02/16/2009
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School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (48238) | School Zip (48238) |
(MI) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 44,909 people | 9,937,974 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 13% | 24% |
| Population Average Age | 31 years old | 35 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.7 persons | 2.4 persons |
| Median Household Income | $25,619 | $46,742 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 5.7 rooms | 5.6 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 66 years old | 46 years old |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 50% / 50% | 71% / 29% |
School Map:
Nearby Schools:
- Gesu School - 254 students - 1.5 mi. away - view location
- Children's Kingdom - 85 students - 1.5 mi. away - view location
- St. Benedict School - 155 students - 1.6 mi. away - view location
- Starting Point Montessori Center - 48 students - 1.6 mi. away - view location
- Wonderland - 30 students - 1.6 mi. away - view location
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