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#2378 of 3,192 schools in MI
Salina Elementary P 3
Elementary School · Dearborn City School District
2700 FERNEY ST, Dearborn, MI 48120
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,378 of 3,192
In Dearborn
#34 of 39
public schools
In district
#34 of 36
Dearborn City School District
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Salina Elementary P 3
Salina Elementary P 3 is a public elementary school in Dearborn, MI, part of Dearborn City School District. Salina Elementary P 3 serves approximately 396 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Salina Elementary P 3 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,378 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Salina Elementary P 3 show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Salina Elementary P 3 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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Salina Elementary P 3 — Students at Salina Elementary P 3 score 24% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 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: 3.0/10.
How Salina Elementary P 3 Compares
See how Salina Elementary P 3 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2700 FERNEY ST, Dearborn, MI 48120
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Salina Elementary P 3 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Detroit), which scores notably higher. Another option is Harms Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Detroit), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bennett Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Detroit), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dearborn, see our Dearborn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48120 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,667
Median Home Value
$236,800
Median Rent
$1,407/mo
Population
8,771
College Educated
37.2%
Homeownership
38.2%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
33.6%
Median Age
31.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Salina Elementary P 3
What grades does Salina Elementary P 3 serve?
Salina Elementary P 3 serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Salina Elementary P 3?
Salina Elementary P 3 has an enrollment of approximately 396 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Salina Elementary P 3?
The student-teacher ratio at Salina Elementary P 3 is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Salina Elementary P 3 rank in MI?
Salina Elementary P 3 ranks #2,378 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Salina Elementary P 3's MySchoolScout rating?
Salina Elementary P 3 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Salina Elementary P 3?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Salina Elementary P 3 has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Salina Elementary P 3 a charter school?
No, Salina Elementary P 3 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Salina Elementary P 3 a Title I school?
No, Salina Elementary P 3 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Salina Elementary P 3?
96.2% of students at Salina Elementary P 3 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 – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 396
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.9%
- Phone
- (313) 827-6550
Resources & Links
District
Dearborn City School District- District Enrollment
- 19,621
- Schools in District
- 37
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,437
- District Rank
- #34 of 36
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