Serving 320 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dicken 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Dicken Elementary School serves the southwest part of Ann Arbor, MI, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 0.7 miles to the nearest edge and up to 1.3 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dicken Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dicken Elementary School's student population of 320 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
320 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Dicken 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 Dicken Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#461 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
14%
9%
Black
9%
18%
White
61%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dicken Elementary School's ranking?
Dicken Elementary School is ranked #461 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Dicken Elementary School often compared to?
Dicken Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Uriah H Lawton School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Dicken Elementary School?
320 students attend Dicken Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Dicken Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dicken Elementary School?
Dicken Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Dicken Elementary School offer ?
Dicken Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dicken Elementary School part of?
Dicken Elementary School is part of Ann Arbor School District.
In what neighborhood is Dicken Elementary School located?
Dicken Elementary School is located in the Dicken neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI. There are 5 other public schools located in Dicken.
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