Serving 404 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pd Graham 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 23% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower 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 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pd Graham Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Pd Graham Elementary School's student population of 404 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
404 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1925
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Sep 5, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Motto
Always My Best and Nothing less!
School Rankings
Pd Graham 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 Pd Graham Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#1994 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
29%
18%
White
61%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
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 Pd Graham Elementary School's ranking?
Pd Graham Elementary School is ranked #1994 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Pd Graham Elementary School often compared to?
Pd Graham Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canton Charter Academy, Star International Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Pd Graham Elementary School?
404 students attend Pd Graham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Pd Graham Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pd Graham Elementary School?
Pd Graham Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pd Graham Elementary School offer ?
Pd Graham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pd Graham Elementary School part of?
Pd Graham Elementary School is part of Wayne-Westland Community School District.
School Reviews
5 2/25/2017
Great school when I went here years back, 5 years ago in 4th grade. Great teachers, nice students and overall great location by a middle/high school.
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