Serving 463 students in grades 2-4, David Scott Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
David Scott Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
David Scott Elementary School's student population of 463 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
Total Students
463 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
David Scott 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 David Scott 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
#556 out of 2925 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
84%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is David Scott Elementary School's ranking?
David Scott Elementary School is ranked #556 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?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend David Scott Elementary School?
463 students attend David Scott Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of David Scott Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of David Scott Elementary School?
David Scott Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does David Scott Elementary School offer ?
David Scott Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-4
What school district is David Scott Elementary School part of?
David Scott Elementary School is part of DeWitt Public Schools School District.
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