Serving 663 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Richard J Duncan Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 663 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richard J Duncan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Richard J Duncan Elementary School's student population of 663 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
663 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
Richard J Duncan Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richard J Duncan Elementary School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#429 out of 2925 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
36%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
48%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
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Hispanic
3%
9%
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Black
1%
18%
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White
89%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
47%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richard J Duncan Elementary School's ranking?
Richard J Duncan Elementary School is ranked #429 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Richard J Duncan Elementary School often compared to?
Richard J Duncan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crissman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Richard J Duncan Elementary School?
663 students attend Richard J Duncan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Richard J Duncan Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richard J Duncan Elementary School?
Richard J Duncan Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Richard J Duncan Elementary School offer ?
Richard J Duncan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Richard J Duncan Elementary School part of?
Richard J Duncan Elementary School is part of Utica Community Schools School District.
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