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#2047 of 3,192 schools in MI
Whitmorebolles Elementary School
Elementary School · Dearborn City School District
21501 WHITMORE ST, Dearborn, MI 48124
Enrollment
323
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
323
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,047 of 3,192
In Dearborn
#31 of 39
public schools
In district
#31 of 36
Dearborn City School District
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Whitmorebolles Elementary School
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About Whitmorebolles Elementary School
Whitmorebolles Elementary School is a public elementary school in Dearborn, MI, part of Dearborn City School District. Whitmorebolles Elementary School serves approximately 323 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Whitmorebolles Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,047 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Whitmorebolles Elementary School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Whitmorebolles 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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Whitmorebolles Elementary School — Students at Whitmorebolles Elementary School score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.2%
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: 3.8/10.
How Whitmorebolles Elementary School Compares
See how Whitmorebolles Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
21501 WHITMORE ST, Dearborn, MI 48124
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whitmorebolles Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Duvall Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Snow Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Nowlin Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dearborn, see our Dearborn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DEARBORN EARLY LEARNING CENTER Dearborn | 0.2 mi | — |
| Duvall Elementary School Dearborn | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Annapolis High School Dearborn Heights | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Edsel Ford High School Dearborn | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Dearborn Heights Virtual Academy Dearborn Heights | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Pardee School Dearborn Heights | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Polk Elementary School Dearborn Heights | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Dearborn | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Nowlin Elementary School Dearborn | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| EMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Dearborn | 1.2 mi | — |
| Oakley W Best Middle School Dearborn Heights | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Henry Ford Academy Dearborn | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Smith Middle School Dearborn | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Dearborn Public Schools Virtual K12 Dearborn | 1.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Dearborn High School Dearborn | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Snow Elementary School Dearborn | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Bedford School Dearborn Heights | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Taylor Parks Elementary School Taylor | 2.1 mi | 3.3 |
| Stout Middle School Dearborn | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Long Elementary School Dearborn | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48124 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,353
Median Home Value
$192,100
Median Rent
$1,280/mo
Population
34,156
College Educated
40.3%
Homeownership
80.1%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
38.9
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|---|---|
| Arthur Eddy Academy Saginaw, MI | 5.7 |
| Birchview School Ishpeming, MI | 5.7 |
| Elliott Elementary School Holt, MI | 5.7 |
| Flushing Early Childhood Center Flushing, MI | 5.7 |
| Francis A Higgins Elem School Chesterfield, MI | 5.7 |
| GRAND HAVEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Grand Haven, MI | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whitmorebolles Elementary School
What grades does Whitmorebolles Elementary School serve?
Whitmorebolles Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Whitmorebolles Elementary School?
Whitmorebolles Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 323 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Whitmorebolles Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Whitmorebolles Elementary School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Whitmorebolles Elementary School rank in MI?
Whitmorebolles Elementary School ranks #2,047 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Whitmorebolles Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Whitmorebolles Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Whitmorebolles Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Whitmorebolles Elementary School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Whitmorebolles Elementary School a charter school?
No, Whitmorebolles Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Whitmorebolles Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Whitmorebolles Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Whitmorebolles Elementary School?
71.2% of students at Whitmorebolles 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
- 323
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.8%
- Phone
- (313) 827-6800
Resources & Links
District
Dearborn City School District- District Enrollment
- 19,621
- Schools in District
- 37
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,437
- District Rank
- #31 of 36
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