Serving 357 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mcdonald Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: McDonald Elementary School serves the northeast part of Dearborn, MI, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families in this zone can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge being about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mcdonald Elementary School's student population of 357 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
357 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mcdonald 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 Mcdonald Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#1469 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
99%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
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 Mcdonald Elementary School's ranking?
Mcdonald Elementary School is ranked #1469 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Mcdonald Elementary School?
357 students attend Mcdonald Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Mcdonald Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcdonald Elementary School?
Mcdonald Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Mcdonald Elementary School offer ?
Mcdonald Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mcdonald Elementary School part of?
Mcdonald Elementary School is part of Dearborn City School District.
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