Serving 479 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Chatfield School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 479 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chatfield School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Chatfield School's student population of 479 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
479 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chatfield 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 Chatfield School is 0.17, 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
#359 out of 2925 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
91%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Chatfield School's ranking?
Chatfield School is ranked #359 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Chatfield School often compared to?
Chatfield Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ck Schickler Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Chatfield School?
479 students attend Chatfield School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Chatfield School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chatfield School?
Chatfield School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chatfield School offer ?
Chatfield School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Chatfield School part of?
Chatfield School is part of Chatfield School District.
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