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Chapman Elementary School

Elementary School · Gibraltar School District

31500 OLMSTEAD RD, Rockwood, MI 48173

Enrollment

444

Student-Teacher

17.8:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,982 of 3,192

In Rockwood

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 7

Gibraltar School District

Equity

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Chapman Elementary School

5.8/10

Elementary School in Rockwood · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

John M Barnes Elem School

3.7/10

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4.9/10

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About Chapman Elementary School

Chapman Elementary School is a public elementary school in Rockwood, MI, part of Gibraltar School District. Chapman Elementary School serves approximately 444 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Chapman Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,982 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Chapman Elementary School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • MI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.53 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+3.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.5 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,835
Chronic Absenteeism18.5%

Chapman Elementary School — Students at Chapman Elementary School score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

41%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 49.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 58.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
43.1% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
95%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
48%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
45%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
45%
2015
Math
41%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
46%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
45.3%
ELA
50.3%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.4/10.

How Chapman Elementary School Compares

See how Chapman Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
38th percentile in MI
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
6.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
41%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.5%

Location

31500 OLMSTEAD RD, Rockwood, MI 48173

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Chapman Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wegienka Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Flat Rock), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fred W Ritter Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby South Rockwood), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Richard C Hedke Elem School (rated 6.5/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Trenton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Rockwood, see our Rockwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.6 mi
School Distance Rating
John M Barnes Elem School Flat Rock 1.1 mi 3.7
Thomas Simpson Middle School Flat Rock 1.1 mi 4.9
Fred W Ritter Elementary School South Rockwood 1.4 mi 6.6
Hunter Elementary School Brownstown Twp 2.0 mi 4.3
Flat Rock Academic Virtual Academy Flat Rock 1.9 mi 5.0
Ethel C Bobcean Elem School Flat Rock 1.9 mi 5.3
Flat Rock Community High School Flat Rock 2.0 mi 6.4
Frank E Weiss Elem School Woodhaven 2.7 mi 5.6
Oscar A Carlson High School Rockwood 2.4 mi 6.1
Lakeshore Virtual School Gibraltar 2.4 mi 6.0
Woodhaven High School Flat Rock 3.2 mi 7.4
Maple Grove Alternative High School Brownstown 3.2 mi 5.0
Shumate Middle School Rockwood 2.4 mi 5.3
Patrick Henry Middle School Woodhaven 3.4 mi 5.7
Erving Elementary School Woodhaven 3.6 mi 4.8
Parsons Elementary School Rockwood 3.2 mi 5.6
Wegienka Elementary School Flat Rock 4.0 mi 7.9
Bates Elementary School Woodhaven 4.4 mi 5.3
Boyd W Arthurs Middle School Trenton 4.3 mi 7.3
Richard C Hedke Elem School Trenton 4.6 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48173 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$90,510

Median Home Value

$232,600

Median Rent

$1,130/mo

Population

12,984

College Educated

24.4%

Homeownership

83.9%

Avg Commute

28.6 min

Poverty Rate

4.7%

Median Age

45.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Chapman Elementary School

What grades does Chapman Elementary School serve?

Chapman Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Chapman Elementary School?

Chapman Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 444 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Chapman Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Chapman Elementary School is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Chapman Elementary School rank in MI?

Chapman Elementary School ranks #1,982 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Chapman Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Chapman Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Chapman Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Chapman Elementary School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Chapman Elementary School a charter school?

No, Chapman Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Chapman Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Chapman Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Chapman Elementary School?

41.0% of students at Chapman Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
444
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
41.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Wayne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.5%

District

Gibraltar School District
District Enrollment
3,614
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,835
District Rank
#3 of 7

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