Serving 512 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Dekeyser Elementary 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 55% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dekeyser Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dekeyser Elementary School's student population of 512 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
512 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dekeyser Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dekeyser Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#317 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
5%
18%
White
83%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #317 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Dekeyser Elementary School often compared to?
Dekeyser Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Messmore Elementary School, Oakbrook Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Dekeyser Elementary School?
512 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 Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dekeyser Elementary School?
Dekeyser Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Dekeyser Elementary School offer ?
Dekeyser Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dekeyser Elementary School part of?
Dekeyser Elementary School is part of Utica Community Schools.
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