Serving 507 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Key Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Key Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Key Elementary School's student population of 507 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
507 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Key Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Key Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2977 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
91%
18%
White
5%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Key Elementary School's ranking?
Key Elementary School is ranked #2977 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Key Elementary School often compared to?
Key Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pepper Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Key Elementary School?
507 students attend Key Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Key Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Key Elementary School?
Key Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Key Elementary School offer ?
Key Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Key Elementary School part of?
Key Elementary School is part of Oak Park School District Of The City Of.
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