Serving 295 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Kerby Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (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 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kerby Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Kerby Elementary School's student population of 295 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
295 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Kerby 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 Kerby Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#357 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
5%
18%
White
84%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
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 Kerby Elementary School's ranking?
Kerby Elementary School is ranked #357 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Kerby Elementary School often compared to?
Kerby Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ferry Elementary School, Richard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% 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 Kerby Elementary School?
295 students attend Kerby Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Kerby Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kerby Elementary School?
Kerby Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kerby Elementary School offer ?
Kerby Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kerby Elementary School part of?
Kerby Elementary School is part of Grosse Pointe School District.
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