Dow Elementary School serves 47 students in grades Prekindergarten-6.
Minority enrollment was 96% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
47 students
Total Classroom Teachers (01-02)
29 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
96%
18%
White
4%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
89%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Detroit Public Schools Community
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Dow Elementary School?
47 students attend Dow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Dow Elementary School students are Black, and 4% of students are White.
What grades does Dow Elementary School offer ?
Dow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Dow Elementary School part of?
Dow Elementary School is part of Detroit Public Schools Community.
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