Serving 577 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dye 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 10% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 577 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dye Elementary School's student population of 577 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
577 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
School Rankings
Dye 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 Dye 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
#2595 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
63%
18%
White
22%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
50%
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 Dye Elementary School's ranking?
Dye Elementary School is ranked #2595 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Dye Elementary School often compared to?
Dye Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Randels Elementary School, Rankin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Dye Elementary School?
577 students attend Dye Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Dye Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dye Elementary School?
Dye Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dye Elementary School offer ?
Dye Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dye Elementary School part of?
Dye Elementary School is part of Carman-Ainsworth Community Schools.
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