Serving 288 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Deckerville Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deckerville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Deckerville Elementary School's student population of 288 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
288 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Deckerville Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deckerville Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#902 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
92%
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
53%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deckerville Elementary School's ranking?
Deckerville Elementary School is ranked #902 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Deckerville Elementary School?
288 students attend Deckerville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Deckerville Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deckerville Elementary School?
Deckerville Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Deckerville Elementary School offer ?
Deckerville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Deckerville Elementary School part of?
Deckerville Elementary School is part of Deckerville Community School District.
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