Excellent
#5 of 462 private schools in MI
Top 1% of private schools
Daycroft School
Elementary School
1095 N ZEEB RD, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Enrollment
94
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
94
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Michigan private schools
#5 of 462
In Ann Arbor
#2 of 17
public schools
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Daycroft School
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About Daycroft School
Daycroft School is a private elementary school in Ann Arbor, MI. Daycroft School serves approximately 94 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 5.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Daycroft School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #5 of 462 private schools in MI.
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 94 students, Daycroft School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.7:1 students to teachers, Daycroft School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Daycroft School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Daycroft School compares to 34 public schools serving similar grades in Ann Arbor, MI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Daycroft School (this school) | 8.8 |
| Abbot School | 7.0 |
| Lakewood Elementary School | 6.5 |
| Haisley Elementary School | 7.4 |
| Honey Creek Community School | 8.5 |
| High Point School | 7.7 |
| LocalBased SpecEd Programs | — |
| Washtenaw Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program | — |
| Wines Elementary School | 9.1 |
| Forsythe Middle School | 8.0 |
| Dicken Elementary School | 8.0 |
| Ann Arbor Open at Mack School | 8.1 |
| Slauson Middle School | 8.3 |
| Eberwhite School | 8.7 |
| Bach Elementary School | 8.7 |
| Uriah H Lawton School | 8.4 |
| Ann Arbor STEAM at Northside School | 9.3 |
| Angell School | 9.4 |
| Burns Park Elementary School | 8.3 |
| Central Academy | 7.9 |
| Logan Elementary School | 8.8 |
Showing 20 of 34 schools. View all schools in Ann Arbor
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MI.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in MI
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1095 N ZEEB RD, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Daycroft School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wines Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 3.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Honey Creek Community School (rated 8.5/10, 3.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, RUDOLF STEINER SCHOOL OF ANN ARBOR (rated 8.2/10, 3.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Ann Arbor, see our Ann Arbor schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ANN ARBOR Ann Arbor | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| EMERSON SCHOOL Ann Arbor | 3.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Mill Creek Middle School Dexter | 2.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Dexter Early Elementary Complex Dexter | 2.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Wylie Elementary School Dexter | 2.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Dexter Alternative School Dexter | 3.1 mi | — |
| Lakewood Elementary School Ann Arbor | 3.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Abbot School Ann Arbor | 2.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Creekside Intermediate School Dexter | 3.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Dexter High School Dexter | 3.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Honey Creek Community School Ann Arbor | 3.5 mi | 8.5 |
| High Point School Ann Arbor | 3.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Young Adult Programs Ann Arbor | 3.5 mi | — |
| LocalBased SpecEd Programs Ann Arbor | 3.5 mi | — |
| Washtenaw Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program Ann Arbor | 3.5 mi | — |
| Skyline High School Ann Arbor | 3.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Haisley Elementary School Ann Arbor | 3.4 mi | 7.4 |
| RUDOLF STEINER SCHOOL OF ANN ARBOR Ann Arbor | 3.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Wines Elementary School Ann Arbor | 3.6 mi | 9.1 |
| VERITAS CHRISTI CATHOLIC H.S. Ann Arbor | 3.8 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,513
Median Home Value
$455,100
Median Rent
$1,760/mo
Population
54,635
College Educated
74.9%
Homeownership
66.2%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
40.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BROOKVIEW MONTESSORI SCHOOL Benton Harbor, MI | 8.8 |
| Keidan Special Education Center Detroit, MI | 8.7 |
| BEVERLY HILLS ACADEMY Beverly Hills, MI | 9.0 |
| Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center Caledonia, MI | 9.0 |
| PrePrimary Center at Carpenter Street School Midland, MI | 8.6 |
| ST MARTHA SCHOOL Okemos, MI | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Daycroft School
What grades does Daycroft School serve?
Daycroft School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Daycroft School?
Daycroft School has an enrollment of approximately 94 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Daycroft School?
The student-teacher ratio at Daycroft School is 5.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Daycroft School rank in MI?
Daycroft School ranks #5 of 462 private schools in MI.
What is Daycroft School's MySchoolScout rating?
Daycroft School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Daycroft School a private school?
Yes, Daycroft School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Daycroft School a religious school?
No, Daycroft School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 94
- Gender Split
- 87% M / 13% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Washtenaw County
- Phone
- (734) 662-3335
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