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#610 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 19% in state

Kerby Elementary School

Elementary School · Grosse Pointe Public Schools

285 KERBY RD, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236

Enrollment

295

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#610 of 3,192

In Grosse Pointe Farms

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#9 of 12

Grosse Pointe Public Schools

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Kerby Elementary School

7.6/10

Elementary School in Grosse Pointe Farms · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.0/10

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7.9/10

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About Kerby Elementary School

Kerby Elementary School is a public elementary school in Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, part of Grosse Pointe Public Schools. Kerby Elementary School serves approximately 295 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Kerby Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #610 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Kerby Elementary School show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.2
  • MI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.53 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency74.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+32.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+17.6 pts
Overall Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)70% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,020
Chronic Absenteeism9.2%

Kerby Elementary School — Students at Kerby Elementary School score 67% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

7.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 76.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
39.5% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 76.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
42.8% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 32 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
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
74.5%
ELA
59.5%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How Kerby Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.6/10
81th percentile in MI
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
7%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.2%

Location

285 KERBY RD, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kerby Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE GROSSE POINTE ACADEMY (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Lewis Maire Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Grosse Pointe), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Richard Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Grosse Pointe Farms, see our Grosse Pointe Farms schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Brownell Middle School Grosse Pointe Farms 0.3 mi 8.0
Richard Elementary School Grosse Pointe Farms 1.0 mi 7.9
John Monteith Elementary School Grosse Pointe Woods 1.1 mi 6.2
THE GROSSE POINTE ACADEMY Grosse Pointe Farms 1.1 mi 8.6
Grosse Pointe South High School Grosse Pointe Farms 1.3 mi 9.0
OUR LADY STAR OF THE SEA ELEMENTARY Grosse Pointe Woods 1.2 mi 3.9
Marquette ElementaryMiddle School Detroit 1.3 mi 6.3
Lewis Maire Elementary School Grosse Pointe 1.6 mi 8.6
Diann BanksWilliamson Educational Center Detroit 1.4 mi 7.3
East English Village Preparatory Academy at Finney Detroit 1.4 mi 5.2
Tyrone Elementary School Harper Woods 1.7 mi 2.2
Discovery Creative Pathways Harper Woods Harper Woods 1.7 mi 6.0
Grosse Pointe North High School Grosse Pointe Woods 2.0 mi 8.5
ST CLARE OF MONTEFALCO SCHOOL Grosse Pointe Park 1.9 mi 7.9
Parcells Middle School Grosse Pointe Woods 2.3 mi 6.5
Stevens T Mason Elementary School Grosse Pointe Woods 2.3 mi 4.1
Ferry Elementary School Grosse Pointe Woods 2.5 mi 7.6
J E Clark Preparatory Academy Detroit 2.3 mi 7.1
ST JOAN OF ARC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saint Clair Shores 3.0 mi 6.0
Pierce Middle School Grosse Pointe Park 2.6 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48236 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$130,776

Median Home Value

$353,000

Median Rent

$1,588/mo

Population

31,383

College Educated

67.5%

Homeownership

91.3%

Avg Commute

25.9 min

Poverty Rate

5.9%

Median Age

44.1

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Ferry Elementary School Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 7.6
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kerby Elementary School

What grades does Kerby Elementary School serve?

Kerby Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Kerby Elementary School?

Kerby Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 295 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Kerby Elementary School is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Kerby Elementary School rank in MI?

Kerby Elementary School ranks #610 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Kerby Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Kerby Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Kerby Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kerby Elementary School has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Kerby Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Kerby Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

7.1% of students at Kerby 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
36 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
7.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Wayne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.2%

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