Serving 557 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Kinloch 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 60-64% (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 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Kinloch Elementary School serves the southwest part of Dearborn Heights, MI, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kinloch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Kinloch Elementary School's student population of 557 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
557 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Motto
Your Future. Our Focus.
School Rankings
Kinloch 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 Kinloch Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#573 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
96%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kinloch Elementary School's ranking?
Kinloch Elementary School is ranked #573 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
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 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Kinloch Elementary School?
557 students attend Kinloch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Kinloch Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kinloch Elementary School?
Kinloch Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kinloch Elementary School offer ?
Kinloch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kinloch Elementary School part of?
Kinloch Elementary School is part of Crestwood School District.
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