Serving 643 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Delta Kelly Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 643 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Delta Kelly Elementary School serves the northwest part of Oakland, MI, covering an area of approximately 8 square miles. Most families can expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Delta Kelly 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
Delta Kelly Elementary School's student population of 643 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
643 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Delta Kelly Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Delta Kelly Elementary School is 0.62, which is more 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
#265 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
30%
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
54%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Delta Kelly Elementary School's ranking?
Delta Kelly Elementary School is ranked #265 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Delta Kelly Elementary School often compared to?
Delta Kelly Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Musson Elementary School, Brewster Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Delta Kelly Elementary School?
643 students attend Delta Kelly Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Delta Kelly Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Delta Kelly Elementary School?
Delta Kelly Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Delta Kelly Elementary School offer ?
Delta Kelly Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Delta Kelly Elementary School part of?
Delta Kelly Elementary School is part of Rochester Community School District.
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