Serving 56 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Dickinsoniron Special Education 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 40-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 56 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dickinsoniron Special Education ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Dickinsoniron Special Education's student population of 56 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
56 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dickinsoniron Special Education ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dickinsoniron Special Education is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#444 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
96%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dickinsoniron Special Education's ranking?
Dickinsoniron Special Education is ranked #444 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Dickinsoniron Special Education?
56 students attend Dickinsoniron Special Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Dickinsoniron Special Education students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dickinsoniron Special Education?
Dickinsoniron Special Education has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dickinsoniron Special Education offer ?
Dickinsoniron Special Education offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Dickinsoniron Special Education part of?
Dickinsoniron Special Education is part of Dickinson-Iron Independent School District.
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