Della Lutes School serves 255 students in grades 4-5.
Minority enrollment was 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
255 students
Total Classroom Teachers (03-04)
9 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
89%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Della Lutes School?
255 students attend Della Lutes School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Della Lutes School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Della Lutes School offer ?
Della Lutes School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Della Lutes School part of?
Della Lutes School is part of Waterford School District.
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