Serving 716 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Richard J Duncan 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 48% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 716 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Richard J. Duncan Elementary serves the northeast area of Utica, MI, encompassing approximately 3.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richard J Duncan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Richard J Duncan Elementary School's student population of 716 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
716 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Richard J Duncan 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 Richard J Duncan Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#484 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
87%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richard J Duncan Elementary School's ranking?
Richard J Duncan Elementary School is ranked #484 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Richard J Duncan Elementary School often compared to?
Richard J Duncan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crissman Elementary School, Beacon Tree Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Richard J Duncan Elementary School?
716 students attend Richard J Duncan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Richard J Duncan Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richard J Duncan Elementary School?
Richard J Duncan Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Richard J Duncan Elementary School offer ?
Richard J Duncan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Richard J Duncan Elementary School part of?
Richard J Duncan Elementary School is part of Utica Community Schools.
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