Farrand Elementary School

41400 Greenbriar Ln
Plymouth, MI 48170
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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9/
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Top 20%
Serving 402 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). 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 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 402 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 27%
  • : Top 20% in MI
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • : Farrand Elementary School serves the northeast part of Plymouth, MI, covering an area of approximately 6.6 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.7 miles from the school.
  • 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:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Farrand Elementary School's student population of 402 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
402 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓

Year Founded
1928
School Motto
Learn, Prepare, Thrive

School Rankings

Farrand Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Farrand Elementary School is 0.45, 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.
This School
State Level (MI)
#436 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

50-54%
35%

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

60-64%
45%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
5%
4%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
9%
9%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓

Black
6%
18%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓

White
73%
63%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
7%
5%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
27%
0.45

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
19.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
45%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Farrand Elementary School's ranking?
Farrand Elementary School is ranked #436 out of 3,025 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% 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?
402 students attend Farrand Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Farrand Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Farrand Elementary School?
Farrand Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
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 Reviews

4   10/10/2025
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 Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 402 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 27%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • : Farrand Elementary School serves the northeast part of Plymouth, MI, covering an area of approximately 6.6 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.7 miles from the school.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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