Serving 57 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Dickinsoniron Special Education ranks in the top 30% 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 ≥50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 57 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dickinsoniron Special Education ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Dickinsoniron Special Education's student population of 57 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
57 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dickinsoniron Special Education ranks within the top 30% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dickinsoniron Special Education is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#663 out of 2925 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
100%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dickinsoniron Special Education's ranking?
Dickinsoniron Special Education is ranked #663 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Dickinsoniron Special Education?
57 students attend Dickinsoniron Special Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Dickinsoniron Special Education students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dickinsoniron Special Education?
Dickinsoniron Special Education has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dickinsoniron Special Education offer ?
Dickinsoniron Special Education offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Dickinsoniron Special Education part of?
Dickinsoniron Special Education is part of Dickinson-Iron ISD School District.
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