Serving 467 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Field Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Field Elementary School serves the southeast part of Canton, MI, covering an attendance area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.1 miles to the school's edge and the furthest point being 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Field Elementary School's student population of 467 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
467 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1996
School Motto
We soar by showing self-control and optimism, and by being assertive and responsible.
School Rankings
Field Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Field Elementary School is 0.68, which is more 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
#924 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
24%
18%
White
50%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Field Elementary School's ranking?
Field Elementary School is ranked #924 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Field Elementary School?
467 students attend Field Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Field Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Field Elementary School?
Field Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Field Elementary School offer ?
Field Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Field Elementary School part of?
Field Elementary School is part of Plymouth-Canton Community Schools.
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