Serving 332 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dix Street Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). 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 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dix Street Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Dix Street Elementary School's student population of 332 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
332 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Dix Street Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dix Street Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#625 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
85%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dix Street Elementary School's ranking?
Dix Street Elementary School is ranked #625 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Dix Street Elementary School often compared to?
Dix Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Dix Street Elementary School?
332 students attend Dix Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Dix Street Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dix Street Elementary School?
Dix Street Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dix Street Elementary School offer ?
Dix Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dix Street Elementary School part of?
Dix Street Elementary School is part of Otsego School District.
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