Serving 456 students in grades 2-3, David Scott Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 77% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
David Scott Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
David Scott Elementary School's student population of 456 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
456 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 4, 2026
School Rankings
David Scott Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of David Scott Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#137 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
85%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 David Scott Elementary School's ranking?
David Scott Elementary School is ranked #137 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend David Scott Elementary School?
456 students attend David Scott Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of David Scott Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of David Scott Elementary School?
David Scott Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does David Scott Elementary School offer ?
David Scott Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is David Scott Elementary School part of?
David Scott Elementary School is part of DeWitt School District.
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