Serving 311 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dorr School ranks in the top 10% 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 75-79% (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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Dorr School serves the northwest part of its district in Dorr, MI, covering an area of approximately 30.5 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 7.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dorr School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Dorr School's student population of 311 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
311 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Challenge and Inspire all Students
School Rankings
Dorr School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dorr School is 0.27, 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
#176 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dorr School's ranking?
Dorr School is ranked #176 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Dorr School often compared to?
Dorr Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sycamore Elementary 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 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Dorr School?
311 students attend Dorr School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Dorr School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dorr School?
Dorr School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Dorr School offer ?
Dorr School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dorr School part of?
Dorr School is part of Wayland Union Schools.
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