Needs Improvement
#2925 of 3,192 schools in MI
Polk Elementary School
Elementary School · Dearborn Heights School District #7
4651 POLK ST, Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,925 of 3,192
In Dearborn Heights
#17 of 20
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
Dearborn Heights School District #7
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Polk Elementary School
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About Polk Elementary School
Polk Elementary School is a public elementary school in Dearborn Heights, MI, part of Dearborn Heights School District #7. Polk Elementary School serves approximately 360 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Polk Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,925 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Polk Elementary School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.8
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Polk 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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Polk Elementary School — Students at Polk Elementary School score 25% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.8%
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: 2.0/10.
How Polk Elementary School Compares
See how Polk Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4651 POLK ST, Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Polk Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Snow Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Dearborn), which scores notably higher. Another option is Duvall Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Dearborn), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Nowlin Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Dearborn), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dearborn Heights, see our Dearborn Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dearborn Heights Virtual Academy Dearborn Heights | 0.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Annapolis High School Dearborn Heights | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| DEARBORN EARLY LEARNING CENTER Dearborn | 1.0 mi | — |
| Bedford School Dearborn Heights | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Dearborn Public Schools Virtual K12 Dearborn | 0.9 mi | 3.2 |
| Oakley W Best Middle School Dearborn Heights | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| WhitmoreBolles Elementary School Dearborn | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Edsel Ford High School Dearborn | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Taylor Parks Elementary School Taylor | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
| Pardee School Dearborn Heights | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Snow Elementary School Dearborn | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Rogers Early Elementary School Allen Park | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Duvall Elementary School Dearborn | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Henry Ford Academy Dearborn | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Nowlin Elementary School Dearborn | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Blair Moody Elementary School Taylor | 1.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Allen Park High School Allen Park | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Stout Middle School Dearborn | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Bennie Elementary School Allen Park | 2.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Smith Middle School Dearborn | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Ann J Kellogg School Battle Creek, MI | 3.9 |
| Arcadia Elementary School Kalamazoo, MI | 3.9 |
| Donelson Hills Elementary School Waterford, MI | 3.9 |
| Elmwood Elementary School Saint Clair Shores, MI | 3.9 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Hudson, MI | 3.9 |
| Lybrook Elementary School Eau Claire, MI | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Polk Elementary School
What grades does Polk Elementary School serve?
Polk Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Polk Elementary School?
Polk Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 360 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Polk Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Polk Elementary School is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Polk Elementary School rank in MI?
Polk Elementary School ranks #2,925 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Polk Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Polk Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Polk Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Polk Elementary School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Polk Elementary School a charter school?
No, Polk Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Polk Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Polk Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Polk Elementary School?
87.8% of students at Polk 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
- 360
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.7%
- Phone
- (313) 203-0500
Resources & Links
District
Dearborn Heights School District #7- District Enrollment
- 2,459
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,297
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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