Serving 271 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Kerby Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kerby Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Kerby Elementary School's student population of 271 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
271 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kerby 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 Kerby Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#347 out of 2925 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
4%
18%
White
84%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
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 Kerby Elementary School's ranking?
Kerby Elementary School is ranked #347 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Kerby Elementary School?
271 students attend Kerby Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Kerby Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kerby Elementary School?
Kerby Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kerby Elementary School offer ?
Kerby Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kerby Elementary School part of?
Kerby Elementary School is part of Grosse Pointe Public Schools School District.
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