Serving 483 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Chatfield School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chatfield School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Chatfield School's student population of 483 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
483 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
To assure each child the best educational environment.
School Rankings
Chatfield School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chatfield School is 0.13, 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
#267 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
93%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chatfield School's ranking?
Chatfield School is ranked #267 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Chatfield School often compared to?
Chatfield Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ck Schickler Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Chatfield School?
483 students attend Chatfield School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Chatfield School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chatfield School?
Chatfield School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Chatfield School offer ?
Chatfield School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chatfield School part of?
Chatfield School is part of Chatfield School District.
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