Top Rankings
Hamtramck School District Of The City Of ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Most diverse schools (Top 1%)
Community Size
Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,575 students in Hamtramck School District Of The City Of. This district's average elementary testing ranking is 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of public elementary schools in Michigan.
Public Elementary Schools in Hamtramck School District Of The City Of have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 44% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Overview
This School District
This State (MI)
# Schools
8 Schools
2,544 Schools
# Students
2,907 Students
953,641 Students
# Teachers
176 Teachers
58,885 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
District Rank
Hamtramck School District Of The City Of, which is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 851 school districts in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2021-2022 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 81% has increased from 79% over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#745 out of 866 school districts
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
38%
Graduation Rate
81%
81%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.57
0.57
# American Indian Students
n/a
6,574 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
1%
# Asian Students
848 Students
35,670 Students
% Asian Students
29%
4%
# Hispanic Students
4 Students
87,214 Students
% Hispanic Students
n/a
9%
# Black Students
362 Students
176,246 Students
% Black Students
12%
18%
# White Students
1,671 Students
592,590 Students
% White Students
58%
62%
# Hawaiian Students
n/a
812 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
22 Students
53,732 Students
% of Two or more races Students
1%
6%
Students by Grade:
# Students in PK Grade:
-
-
# Students in K Grade:
226
106,334
# Students in 1st Grade:
227
100,790
# Students in 2nd Grade:
187
102,777
# Students in 3rd Grade:
198
100,401
# Students in 4th Grade:
190
101,847
# Students in 5th Grade:
221
101,136
# Students in 6th Grade:
214
102,120
# Students in 7th Grade:
193
90,984
# Students in 8th Grade:
191
87,683
# Students in 9th Grade:
255
14,722
# Students in 10th Grade:
266
14,342
# Students in 11th Grade:
277
13,967
# Students in 12th Grade:
262
14,500
# Ungraded Students:
-
2,038
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $17,645 in this school district is less than the state median of $18,510. The school district revenue/student has grown by 13% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $16,018 is less than the state median of $17,693. The school district spending/student has grown by 13% over four school years.
Total Revenue
$51 MM
$25,476 MM
Spending
$47 MM
$24,351 MM
Revenue / Student
$17,645
$18,510
Spending / Student
$16,018
$17,693
Best Hamtramck School District Of The City Of Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dickinson East Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3385 Norwalk St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 591-7406
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 591-7406
Grades: K-6
| 588 students
Rank: #22.
Tau Beta School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3056 Hanley St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 591-7409
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 591-7409
Grades: K-8
| 274 students
Rank: #33.
Dickinson West Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2333 Burger St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 591-7407
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 591-7407
Grades: K-6
| 420 students
Rank: #44.
Holbrook School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2361 Alice St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 591-7408
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 591-7408
Grades: K-8
| 165 students
Rank: n/an/a
11680 Mcdougall St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 591-7410
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 591-7410
Grades: PK-2
| 128 students
Recent Articles
What Is A Charter School?
Explore the world of charter schools in this comprehensive guide. Learn about their history, how they operate, and the pros and cons of this educational innovation. Discover key facts about charter schools, including admission policies, demographics, and funding, as well as what to look for when considering a charter school for your child.
10 Reasons Why High School Sports Benefit Students
Discover the 10 compelling reasons why high school sports are beneficial for students. This comprehensive article explores how athletics enhance academic performance, foster personal growth, and develop crucial life skills. From improved fitness and time management to leadership development and community representation, learn why participating in high school sports can be a game-changer for students' overall success and well-being.
February 05, 2025
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and EvolutionWe explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.
