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Fox Elementary School

Elementary School · Chippewa Valley Schools

17500 MILLSTONE DR, Macomb, MI 48044

Enrollment

468

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,671 of 3,192

In Macomb

#10 of 15

public schools

In district

#9 of 20

Chippewa Valley Schools

Equity

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Fox Elementary School

6.2/10

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

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5.0/10

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About Fox Elementary School

Fox Elementary School is a public elementary school in Macomb, MI, part of Chippewa Valley Schools. Fox Elementary School serves approximately 468 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Fox Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,671 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Fox Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • MI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.21 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-1.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.4 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,811
Chronic Absenteeism28.2%

Fox Elementary School — Students at Fox Elementary School score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

59.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 46.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 54.3% (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
90%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
36%
ELA
69%
2012
Math
43%
ELA
73%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
44%
2015
Math
36%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
46%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
46%
2020*
Math
31%
ELA
40%
2021*
Math
31%
ELA
40%
2022
Math
40.4%
ELA
45.3%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How Fox Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
48th percentile in MI
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
6.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
60%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.2%

Location

17500 MILLSTONE DR, Macomb, MI 48044

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fox Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sequoyah Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cheyenne Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Floyd Ebeling Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Macomb, see our Macomb schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Macomb 1.0 mi 5.0
Mohawk Elementary School Macomb 1.2 mi 5.9
Iroquois Middle School Macomb 1.4 mi 5.1
MONTESSORI CHILDRENS ACADEMY Clinton Township 1.3 mi 5.7
Floyd Ebeling Elementary School Macomb 1.3 mi 6.8
Chippewa Valley High School Clinton Twp 1.6 mi 6.5
International Academy of Macomb Clinton Twp 1.7 mi 8.0
Erie Elementary School Clinton Twp 2.0 mi 5.8
Chippewa Valley Adult and Mohegan Alt Educ Clinton Twp 2.0 mi 5.8
Cherokee Elementary School Clinton Twp 1.9 mi 5.3
Ojibwa Elementary School Macomb 1.7 mi 5.9
Glen H Peters School Macomb 1.7 mi 7.9
Seneca Middle School Macomb 1.8 mi 6.3
Cheyenne Elementary School Macomb 1.9 mi 7.3
Miami Elementary School Clinton Twp 2.4 mi 4.7
Lutz School for Work Experience Clinton Township 2.3 mi 5.6
Dakota High School Macomb 2.0 mi 7.1
Huron Elementary School Clinton Twp 3.1 mi 6.3
Wyandot Middle School Clinton Twp 3.2 mi 5.5
Sequoyah Elementary School Macomb 3.3 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48044 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$115,664

Median Home Value

$349,400

Median Rent

$1,340/mo

Population

58,631

College Educated

36.2%

Homeownership

89.5%

Avg Commute

28.7 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

39.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fox Elementary School

What grades does Fox Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Fox Elementary School?

Fox Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 468 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Fox Elementary School is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fox Elementary School rank in MI?

Fox Elementary School ranks #1,671 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Fox Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Fox Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Fox Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fox Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Fox Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Fox Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

59.8% of students at Fox 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
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
59.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Macomb County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.2%

District

Chippewa Valley Schools
District Enrollment
14,505
Schools in District
20
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,811
District Rank
#9 of 20

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