Serving 381 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dimondale Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% 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: 381 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dimondale Elementary School is located in the west part of Dimondale, MI, serving an attendance area of approximately 12.5 square miles, where families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school from their homes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 2.4 miles, with the furthest point being 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dimondale Elementary School's student population of 381 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
381 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Motto
Innovate • Educate • Inspire
School Rankings
Dimondale 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 Dimondale Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#1754 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
17%
9%
Black
15%
18%
White
48%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dimondale Elementary School's ranking?
Dimondale Elementary School is ranked #1754 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Dimondale Elementary School?
381 students attend Dimondale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Dimondale Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dimondale Elementary School?
Dimondale Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Dimondale Elementary School offer ?
Dimondale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dimondale Elementary School part of?
Dimondale Elementary School is part of Holt School District.
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