Serving 283 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Kerby Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kerby Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Kerby Elementary School's student population of 283 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
283 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kerby Elementary School 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 Kerby Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#337 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
6%
18%
White
82%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kerby Elementary School's ranking?
Kerby Elementary School is ranked #337 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?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Kerby Elementary School?
283 students attend Kerby Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Kerby Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kerby Elementary School?
Kerby Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kerby Elementary School offer ?
Kerby Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kerby Elementary School part of?
Kerby Elementary School is part of Grosse Pointe School District.
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