Dekeyser Elementary School serves 505 students in grades Prekindergarten-6.
Dekeyser Elementary School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dekeyser Elementary School's student population of 505 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
505 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dekeyser Elementary School is ranked within the top 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Dekeyser Elementary School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#959 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
4%
18%
White
83%
65%
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
39%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dekeyser Elementary School's ranking?
Dekeyser Elementary School is ranked #959 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Dekeyser Elementary School?
505 students attend Dekeyser Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Dekeyser Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dekeyser Elementary School?
Dekeyser Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dekeyser Elementary School offer ?
Dekeyser Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Dekeyser Elementary School part of?
Dekeyser Elementary School is part of Utica Community Schools School District.
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