Very Good
#837 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 26% in state
Maples Elementary School
Elementary School · Dearborn City School District
6801 MEAD ST, Dearborn, MI 48126
Enrollment
549
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
549
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#837 of 3,192
In Dearborn
#14 of 39
public schools
In district
#14 of 36
Dearborn City School District
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Maples Elementary School
Maples Elementary School is a public elementary school in Dearborn, MI, part of Dearborn City School District. Maples Elementary School serves approximately 549 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Maples Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #837 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Maples Elementary School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Maples Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Maples Elementary School — Students at Maples Elementary School score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.0/10.
How Maples Elementary School Compares
See how Maples Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6801 MEAD ST, Dearborn, MI 48126
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Maples Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oakman Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Lowrey Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, McCollough Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Dearborn, see our Dearborn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oakman Elementary School Dearborn | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Gardner Elementary School Detroit | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| William Ford Elementary School Dearborn | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| INTERNATIONAL ISLAMIC ACADEMY Detroit | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Unis Middle School Dearborn | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Riverside Academy West Campus Dearborn | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| McCollough Elementary School Dearborn | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Fordson High School Dearborn | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Detroit Premier Academy Detroit | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Woodworth Middle School Dearborn | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Lowrey Elementary School Dearborn | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Lowrey Middle School Dearborn | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| TOT TOWN CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Detroit | 1.4 mi | — |
| Academy for Business and Technology Elementary Dearborn | 1.3 mi | 2.4 |
| Riverside Academy Dearborn | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Iris Becker Elementary School Dearborn | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Henry Ford Elementary School Dearborn | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| GREAT REVELATIONS ACADEMY Dearborn | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Geer Park Elementary School Dearborn | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Henderson Academy Detroit | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48126 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,353
Median Home Value
$200,600
Median Rent
$1,222/mo
Population
52,075
College Educated
24.4%
Homeownership
57%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
35.6%
Median Age
28.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Appleview Elementary School Sparta, MI | 7.2 |
| Bailey Lake Elementary School Clarkston, MI | 7.2 |
| Cameron Elementary School Gladstone, MI | 7.2 |
| Daniel Axford Elementary School Oxford, MI | 7.2 |
| Davisburg Elementary School Davisburg, MI | 7.2 |
| Dekeyser Elementary School Sterling Heights, MI | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Maples Elementary School
What grades does Maples Elementary School serve?
Maples Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Maples Elementary School?
Maples Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 549 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Maples Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Maples Elementary School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Maples Elementary School rank in MI?
Maples Elementary School ranks #837 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Maples Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Maples Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Maples Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Maples Elementary School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Maples Elementary School a charter school?
No, Maples Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Maples Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Maples Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Maples Elementary School?
93.3% of students at Maples 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 549
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.6%
- Phone
- (313) 827-6454
Resources & Links
District
Dearborn City School District- District Enrollment
- 19,621
- Schools in District
- 37
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,437
- District Rank
- #14 of 36
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