Very Good
#509 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 16% in state
Dixon Elementary School
Elementary School · Detroit Public Schools Community District
8401 Trinity Street, Detroit, MI 48228
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#509 of 3,192
In Detroit
#12 of 178
public schools
In district
#9 of 99
Detroit Public Schools Community District
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Dixon Elementary School
Dixon Elementary School is a public elementary school in Detroit, MI, part of Detroit Public Schools Community District. Dixon Elementary School serves approximately 420 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Dixon Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #509 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Dixon Elementary School show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Dixon Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Dixon Elementary School — Students at Dixon Elementary School score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.7/10.
How Dixon Elementary School Compares
See how Dixon Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8401 Trinity Street, Detroit, MI 48228
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dixon Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST ANSELM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Dearborn Heights), with a very similar rating. Another option is TAWHEED CENTER OF DETROIT SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Dearborn Heights), with a very similar rating. Additionally, River Oaks Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Dearborn Heights), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Detroit, see our Detroit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48228 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$31,485
Median Home Value
$55,100
Median Rent
$1,086/mo
Population
52,719
College Educated
10.8%
Homeownership
49.7%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
39.3%
Median Age
31.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alaiedon Elementary School Mason, MI | 7.7 |
| Andrews Elementary School Three Rivers, MI | 7.7 |
| Dodson Elementary School Canton, MI | 7.7 |
| Dublin Elementary White Lake, MI | 7.7 |
| Escuela Avancemos Detroit, MI | 7.7 |
| Holly Academy Holly, MI | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dixon Elementary School
What grades does Dixon Elementary School serve?
Dixon Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Dixon Elementary School?
Dixon Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 420 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dixon Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dixon Elementary School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dixon Elementary School rank in MI?
Dixon Elementary School ranks #509 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Dixon Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Dixon Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Dixon Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dixon Elementary School has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Dixon Elementary School a charter school?
No, Dixon Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dixon Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Dixon Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dixon Elementary School?
95.7% of students at Dixon 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 420
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wayne County
- Phone
- (313) 947-1330
Resources & Links
District
Detroit Public Schools Community District- District Enrollment
- 48,271
- Schools in District
- 106
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,138
- District Rank
- #9 of 99
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