Atkinson Elementary School serves 279 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 was higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
279 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
99%
18%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Detroit Public Schools Community
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Atkinson Elementary School?
279 students attend Atkinson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Atkinson Elementary School students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Atkinson Elementary School?
Atkinson Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Atkinson Elementary School offer ?
Atkinson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Atkinson Elementary School part of?
Atkinson Elementary School is part of Detroit Public Schools Community.
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