Serving 470 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dodson Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (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 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dodson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Dodson Elementary School's student population of 470 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
470 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 30, 2026
School Rankings
Dodson Elementary 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 Dodson Elementary School is 0.57, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#216 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
16%
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
10%
18%
White
63%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
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 Dodson Elementary School's ranking?
Dodson Elementary School is ranked #216 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Dodson Elementary School often compared to?
Dodson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Achieve Charter Academy, Canton Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% 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 Dodson Elementary School?
470 students attend Dodson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Dodson Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dodson Elementary School?
Dodson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Dodson Elementary School offer ?
Dodson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dodson Elementary School part of?
Dodson Elementary School is part of Plymouth-Canton Community Schools.
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