Serving 625 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Dickinson East Elementary School 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower 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 38% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 625 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dickinson East Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dickinson East Elementary School's student population of 625 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
625 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dickinson East Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dickinson East Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#2675 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
30%
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
6%
18%
White
62%
64%
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
83%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dickinson East Elementary School's ranking?
Dickinson East Elementary School is ranked #2675 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Dickinson East Elementary School?
625 students attend Dickinson East Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Dickinson East Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dickinson East Elementary School?
Dickinson East Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dickinson East Elementary School offer ?
Dickinson East Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dickinson East Elementary School part of?
Dickinson East Elementary School is part of Hamtramck School District Of The City Of.
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