Needs Improvement
#2959 of 3,192 schools in MI
Pardee School
Elementary School · Dearborn Heights School District #7
4650 PARDEE AVE, Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,959 of 3,192
In Dearborn Heights
#19 of 20
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
Dearborn Heights School District #7
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Pardee School
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About Pardee School
Pardee School is a public elementary school in Dearborn Heights, MI, part of Dearborn Heights School District #7. Pardee School serves approximately 360 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Pardee School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,959 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Pardee School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.8
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Pardee 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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Pardee School — Students at Pardee School score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85%
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: 2.9/10.
How Pardee School Compares
See how Pardee School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4650 PARDEE AVE, Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pardee School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Duvall Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Dearborn), which scores notably higher. Another option is Nowlin Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Dearborn), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Quest Charter Academy (rated 6.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Taylor), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dearborn Heights, see our Dearborn Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oakley W Best Middle School Dearborn Heights | 0.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Annapolis High School Dearborn Heights | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Nowlin Elementary School Dearborn | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| WhitmoreBolles Elementary School Dearborn | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Smith Middle School Dearborn | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Polk Elementary School Dearborn Heights | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Dearborn Heights Virtual Academy Dearborn Heights | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| DEARBORN EARLY LEARNING CENTER Dearborn | 1.1 mi | — |
| Taylor Parks Elementary School Taylor | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| Quest Charter Academy Taylor | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Duvall Elementary School Dearborn | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| West Village Academy Dearborn | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Thorne Elementary School Dearborn Heights | 1.4 mi | 2.6 |
| Edsel Ford High School Dearborn | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Long Elementary School Dearborn | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Dearborn | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| EMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Dearborn | 2.1 mi | — |
| Dearborn Public Schools Virtual K12 Dearborn | 1.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Robichaud Senior High School Dearborn Heights | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Clarence Randall Elem School Taylor | 2.2 mi | 2.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48125 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,534
Median Home Value
$119,300
Median Rent
$1,298/mo
Population
22,156
College Educated
15.7%
Homeownership
69.5%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
21.7%
Median Age
38.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Barack Obama Leadership Academy Detroit, MI | 3.8 |
| Bedford School Dearborn Heights, MI | 3.8 |
| Estabrook Elementary Ypsilanti, MI | 3.8 |
| George Crockett Academy Detroit, MI | 3.8 |
| Haas Elementary School Genesee, MI | 3.8 |
| McGrath Elementary School Grand Blanc, MI | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pardee School
What grades does Pardee School serve?
Pardee School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Pardee School?
Pardee School has an enrollment of approximately 360 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pardee School?
The student-teacher ratio at Pardee School is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pardee School rank in MI?
Pardee School ranks #2,959 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Pardee School's MySchoolScout rating?
Pardee School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Pardee School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pardee School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Pardee School a charter school?
No, Pardee School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pardee School a Title I school?
No, Pardee School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pardee School?
85.0% of students at Pardee 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
- 360
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.6%
- Phone
- (313) 203-5600
Resources & Links
District
Dearborn Heights School District #7- District Enrollment
- 2,459
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,297
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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