Serving 341 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dansville Elementary School ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dansville Elementary School's student population of 341 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
341 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Colors
Small but Mighty
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dansville Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dansville Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1506 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
White
98%
63%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dansville Elementary School's ranking?
Dansville Elementary School is ranked #1506 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Dansville Elementary School often compared to?
Dansville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest View School, North School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Dansville Elementary School?
341 students attend Dansville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Dansville Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dansville Elementary School?
Dansville Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Dansville Elementary School offer ?
Dansville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Dansville Elementary School part of?
Dansville Elementary School is part of Dansville Schools.
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