Serving 130 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Britton Deerfield Schooldeerfield Building 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 130 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Britton Deerfield School serves the northern part of its school district in Deerfield, MI, covering an area of approximately 52.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 13.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Britton Deerfield Schooldeerfield Building's student population of 130 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
130 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Britton Deerfield Schooldeerfield Building ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Britton Deerfield Schooldeerfield Building is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1851 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
95%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Britton Deerfield Schooldeerfield Building's ranking?
Britton Deerfield Schooldeerfield Building is ranked #1851 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Britton Deerfield Schooldeerfield Building often compared to?
Britton Deerfield Schooldeerfield Buildingis often viewed alongside schools like Tecumseh Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Britton Deerfield Schooldeerfield Building?
130 students attend Britton Deerfield Schooldeerfield Building.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Britton Deerfield Schooldeerfield Building students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Britton Deerfield Schooldeerfield Building?
Britton Deerfield Schooldeerfield Building has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Britton Deerfield Schooldeerfield Building offer ?
Britton Deerfield Schooldeerfield Building offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Britton Deerfield Schooldeerfield Building part of?
Britton Deerfield Schooldeerfield Building is part of Britton Deerfield Schools.
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