Serving 334 students in grades 2-5, Dieck Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is equal to 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 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dieck Elementary School serves the northwest part of Swartz Creek, MI, covering an area of approximately 18.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dieck Elementary School's student population of 334 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
334 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Dieck Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dieck Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#1906 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dieck Elementary School's ranking?
Dieck Elementary School is ranked #1906 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Dieck Elementary School often compared to?
Dieck Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Syring Elementary School, Elms Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Dieck Elementary School?
334 students attend Dieck Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Dieck Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dieck Elementary School?
Dieck Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Dieck Elementary School offer ?
Dieck Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dieck Elementary School part of?
Dieck Elementary School is part of Swartz Creek Community Schools.
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