Serving 458 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Deerfield Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% 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-4
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deerfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Deerfield Elementary School's student population of 458 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
458 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Deerfield Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deerfield Elementary School is 0.62, which is more 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
#39 out of 2925 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
51%
3%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
5%
18%
White
35%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deerfield Elementary School's ranking?
Deerfield Elementary School is ranked #39 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Deerfield Elementary School often compared to?
Deerfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Novi Woods Elementary School, Parkview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Deerfield Elementary School?
458 students attend Deerfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Deerfield Elementary School students are Asian, 35% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Deerfield Elementary School?
Deerfield Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Deerfield Elementary School offer ?
Deerfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Deerfield Elementary School part of?
Deerfield Elementary School is part of Novi Community School District.
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