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#311 of 462 private schools in MI

Divine Child Elementary School

Elementary School

25111 HERBERT WEIER DR, Dearborn, MI 48128

Private

Enrollment

568

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Michigan private schools

#311 of 462

In Dearborn

#6 of 7

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Divine Child Elementary School

5.7/10

Elementary School in Dearborn · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Divine Child High School

6.6/10

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8.4/10

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About Divine Child Elementary School

Divine Child Elementary School is a private elementary school in Dearborn, MI. Divine Child Elementary School serves approximately 568 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Divine Child Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #311 of 462 private schools in MI.

How it compares0.4 pts below MI schools
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Divine Child Elementary 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

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How Divine Child Elementary School compares to 33 public schools serving similar grades in Dearborn, MI

Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
This School
vs
15.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
568
This School
vs
471
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.7
This School
vs
6.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 79.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 10.2% vs 0%
Black 3.2% vs 0%
Asian 1.4% vs 0%
Divine Child Elementary School Dearborn Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Divine Child Elementary School (this school) 5.7
Haigh Elementary School 8.4
Bryant Middle School 7.2
Charles A Lindbergh Elementary School 8.0
Howard Elementary School 8.4
Long Elementary School 6.2
Duvall Elementary School 7.9
Smith Middle School 7.0
West Village Academy 3.5
Nowlin Elementary School 6.8
WhitmoreBolles Elementary School 5.7
The Dearborn Academy 5.9
Snow Elementary School 7.9
Dearborn Public Schools Virtual K12 3.2
Stout Middle School 7.0
Henry Ford Elementary School 5.6
Woodworth Middle School 5.7
Maples Elementary School 7.2
William Ford Elementary School 6.7
Geer Park Elementary School 4.9
Oakman Elementary School 7.3

Showing 20 of 33 schools. View all schools in Dearborn

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C 3.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 16.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.2 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 36%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 6.2 / 10
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Enrollment 568
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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)

White 79.2%
Hispanic 10.2%
Two or More 6.0%
Black 3.2%
Asian 1.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

25111 HERBERT WEIER DR, Dearborn, MI 48128

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Divine Child Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Haigh Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Howard Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Charles A Lindbergh Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dearborn, see our Dearborn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
DIVINE CHILD HIGH SCHOOL Dearborn 0.1 mi 6.6
Haigh Elementary School Dearborn 0.3 mi 8.4
WISE ACADEMY Dearborn Heights 0.4 mi 7.8
Crestwood High School Dearborn Heights 0.5 mi 7.4
GUARDIAN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Dearborn 0.6 mi 6.8
Bryant Middle School Dearborn 0.6 mi 7.2
Kinloch Elementary School Dearborn Heights 0.7 mi 6.4
Charles A Lindbergh Elementary School Dearborn 0.8 mi 8.0
ST LINUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dearborn Heights 1.1 mi 6.6
Star International Academy Dearborn Heights 1.0 mi 5.6
DEARBORN HEIGHTS MONTESSORI CENTER Dearborn Heights 0.9 mi 7.6
Highview Elementary School Dearborn Heights 1.2 mi 6.0
Howard Elementary School Dearborn 1.0 mi 8.4
ST ANSELM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dearborn Heights 1.3 mi 7.9
Daly School Inkster 1.6 mi 3.0
Westwood Virtual Academy Inkster 1.6 mi 5.7
Westwood North Academy Inkster 1.6 mi 6.2
Riverside Middle School Dearborn Heights 1.6 mi 6.2
Dearborn High School Dearborn 1.4 mi 7.4
Crestwood Accelerated Program Dearborn Heights 1.8 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48128 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,362

Median Home Value

$236,900

Median Rent

$1,556/mo

Population

12,844

College Educated

49.1%

Homeownership

87%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

13.8%

Median Age

36

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Divine Child Elementary School

What grades does Divine Child Elementary School serve?

Divine Child Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Divine Child Elementary School?

Divine Child Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 568 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Divine Child Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Divine Child Elementary School is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Divine Child Elementary School rank in MI?

Divine Child Elementary School ranks #311 of 462 private schools in MI.

What is Divine Child Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Divine Child Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Divine Child Elementary School a private school?

Yes, Divine Child Elementary School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Divine Child Elementary School a religious school?

Divine Child Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
40 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
568
Gender Split
51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Wayne County

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