Van Zile Elementary School serves 245 students in grades Kindergarten-4.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 75-79% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 80%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 70-74% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 80%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 was lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
245 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)75-79%
80%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)70-74%
80%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
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
98%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Detroit Public Schools Community School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 80% MI state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 80% MI state average).
How many students attend Van Zile Elementary School?
245 students attend Van Zile Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Van Zile Elementary School students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Van Zile Elementary School?
Van Zile Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Van Zile Elementary School offer ?
Van Zile Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Van Zile Elementary School part of?
Van Zile Elementary School is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
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