Serving 299 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Dutton Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dutton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Dutton Elementary School's student population of 299 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
299 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Rankings
Dutton Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dutton Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#135 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
72%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Dutton Elementary School's ranking?
Dutton Elementary School is ranked #135 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Dutton Elementary School often compared to?
Dutton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emmons Lake Elementary School, Caledonia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Dutton Elementary School?
299 students attend Dutton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Dutton Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dutton Elementary School?
Dutton Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dutton Elementary School offer ?
Dutton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dutton Elementary School part of?
Dutton Elementary School is part of Caledonia Community Schools School District.
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