Serving 470 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Keller Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Keller Elementary serves the southeast part of Royal Oak, MI, covering an area of approximately 2 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Keller Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Keller Elementary School's student population of 470 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
470 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Keller 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 Keller Elementary School is 0.38, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#563 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
9%
18%
White
78%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Keller Elementary School's ranking?
Keller Elementary School is ranked #563 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Keller Elementary School often compared to?
Keller Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwood Elementary School, Oak Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Keller Elementary School?
470 students attend Keller Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Keller Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Keller Elementary School?
Keller Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Keller Elementary School offer ?
Keller Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Keller Elementary School part of?
Keller Elementary School is part of Royal Oak Schools.
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