Farrand Elementary School

41400 Greenbriar Ln
Plymouth, MI 48170
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 387 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Farrand Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 387 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : Top 20% in MI
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Farrand Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

School Overview

Farrand Elementary School's student population of 387 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers

School Rankings

Farrand Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Farrand Elementary School is 0.43, 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.
This School
State Level (MI)
#358 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
55-59%
34%
60-64%
45%
60-64%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
5%
18%
White
75%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.43
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Farrand Elementary School's ranking?
Farrand Elementary School is ranked #358 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Farrand Elementary School often compared to?
Farrand Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William A Pearson 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 34% MI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Farrand Elementary School?
387 students attend Farrand Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Farrand Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Farrand Elementary School?
Farrand Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Farrand Elementary School offer ?
Farrand Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Farrand Elementary School part of?
Farrand Elementary School is part of Plymouth-Canton Community Schools School District.

School Reviews

4   3/15/2024
Overall, good elementary school when I went there (2012-2016). Good teachers, convenient location, good student body. The building is a little outdated, though (built-in 1958).
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Evan

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 387 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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