Dickinson East Elementary School

Summary:

Dickinson East Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hamtramck, Michigan, serving 603 students from kindergarten to 6th grade. The school faces significant challenges, including high chronic absenteeism rates, consistently low academic performance, and a ranking in the bottom 20% of Michigan elementary schools.

Dickinson East Elementary's academic performance, as measured by M-Step test scores, is consistently lower than the state and Hamtramck School District averages across all grade levels and subject areas. For example, in 2023-2024, only 18.4% of 3rd-grade students were proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to the state average of 39.6%. The school's performance is particularly low for certain student subgroups, with its Asian and White student populations ranking in the bottom 10% and bottom 5% of Michigan elementary schools, respectively, in terms of academic achievement.

While Dickinson East Elementary's challenges are significant, the school's performance is generally lower than the nearby Dickinson West Elementary, Holbrook School, and Tau Beta School, which tend to outperform Dickinson East in academic measures and have lower chronic absenteeism rates. The school's high percentage of students (86.73%) who qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage, likely contributes to its challenges in academic achievement and attendance.


Detail:

Public K-6

 3385 Norwalk St
       Hamtramck, MI  48212-3550


(313) 591-7406

District: Hamtramck School District of the City of

SchoolDigger Rank:
1186th of 1,486 Michigan Elementary Schools


Students who attend Dickinson East Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:    Kosciuszko School
High:    Hamtramck High School

Student/teacher ratio:  15.2 Help
Number of students:  603

Racial breakdown:

White:
64.0%
Asian:
28.9%
African American:
6.0%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  86.7% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Dickinson East Elementary School ranks worse than 79.8% of elementary schools in Michigan. It also ranks 2nd among 4 ranked elementary schools in the Hamtramck School District of the City of. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 18.74. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Dickinson East Elementary School has the largest elementary school student body size in the Hamtramck School District of the City of. Racial makeup is: White (64%), Asian (28.9%), African American (6%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 86.7% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. This is the lowest percentage in the Hamtramck School District of the City of. (See more...)
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Dickinson East Elementary School is 15.2. 2 elementary schools in the Hamtramck School District of the City of have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)
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Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Dickinson East Elementary School:

SchoolDigger ranks Dickinson East Elementary School 1186th of 1486 Michigan public elementary schools. (See Dickinson East Elementary School in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


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Hamtramck School District of the City of:

SchoolDigger ranks Hamtramck School District of the City of 533rd of 610 Michigan school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Dickinson East Elementary School

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Rank History for all students at Dickinson East Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 22.76 1372nd 1545 11.2%
2007 29.22 1325th 1565 15.3%
2008 28.73 1339th 1577 15.1%
2009 26.17 1366th 1589 14.0%
2010 29.29 1318th 1552 15.1%
2011 19.08 1392nd 1552 10.3%
2012 31.38 1201st 1566 23.3%
2013 32.41 1155th 1563 26.1%
2014 30.38 1164th 1533 24.1%
2015 47.58 874th 1580 44.7%
2016 28.30 1135th 1548 26.7%
2017 25.50 1084th 1466 26.1%
2018 32.66 1040th 1448 28.2%
2019 21.51 1113th 1408 21.0%
2022 17.83 1104th 1344 17.9%
2023 25.99 1056th 1470 28.2%
2024 18.74 1186th 1486 20.2%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Dickinson East Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 45.81 133rd 270 50.7%
2019 35.42 76th 117 35.0%
2022 17.42 88th 98 10.2%
2023 24.70 140th 180 22.2%
2024 14.16 168th 184 8.7%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Dickinson East Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 81.43 30th 403 92.6%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Dickinson East Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 49.54 737th 1397 47.2%
2019 39.80 707th 1134 37.7%
2022 27.29 838th 1099 23.7%
2023 39.15 815th 1350 39.6%
2024 25.74 1063rd 1381 23.0%
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Rank History for Female students at Dickinson East Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 34.99 970th 1443 32.8%
2019 24.55 916th 1171 21.8%
2022 14.96 989th 1106 10.6%
2023 28.46 931st 1321 29.5%
2024 17.89 1123rd 1342 16.3%
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Rank History for Male students at Dickinson East Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 29.84 1055th 1446 27.0%
2019 14.78 1060th 1196 11.4%
2022 15.35 1006th 1139 11.7%
2023 19.06 1080th 1334 19.0%
2024 14.33 1182nd 1347 12.2%
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Rank History for Asian students at Dickinson East Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 16.82 86th 101 14.9%
2019 11.39 32nd 36 11.1%
2022 9.17 50th 51 2.0%
2023 14.41 75th 84 10.7%
2024 11.84 90th 97 7.2%
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Rank History for White students at Dickinson East Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 10.87 1185th 1253 5.4%
2019 7.45 1098th 1128 2.7%
2022 7.45 1072nd 1102 2.7%
2023 12.37 1102nd 1198 8.0%
2024 7.01 1166th 1204 3.2%
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Data source: test scores: Michigan Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Michigan Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Dickinson East Elementary School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1992 377 103 1 9 0 n/a n/a 0 490
1993 513 132 10 7 2 n/a n/a 0 664
1994 536 139 7 5 1 n/a n/a 0 688
1995 573 126 6 8 4 n/a n/a 0 717
1996 573 126 6 8 4 n/a n/a 0 717
1997 641 144 7 6 3 n/a n/a 0 801
1998 695 166 9 4 6 n/a n/a 0 880
1999 670 158 8 11 8 n/a n/a 0 855
2000 724 151 8 7 3 n/a n/a 0 893
2001 701 123 47 6 4 n/a n/a 0 881
2002 440 97 183 8 6 n/a n/a 0 734
2003 440 97 183 8 6 n/a n/a 0 734
2004 408 94 228 7 3 n/a n/a 0 740
2005 357 68 198 7 1 n/a n/a 0 631
2006 284 63 192 7 1 n/a n/a 0 547
2007 277 87 199 6 3 n/a n/a 0 572
2008 287 133 223 5 3 n/a n/a 1 652
2009 305 116 199 6 0 n/a n/a 1 627
2010 308 125 208 7 0 n/a n/a 0 648
2011 296 96 202 3 0 0 17 0 614
2012 322 98 217 6 0 0 21 0 664
2013 367 77 221 12 0 0 22 0 699
2014 336 85 214 14 0 0 23 0 672
2015 318 90 215 10 0 0 19 0 652
2016 378 90 216 5 0 0 20 0 709
2017 444 58 220 3 0 0 18 0 743
2018 533 48 238 0 0 0 8 0 827
2019 450 40 237 0 0 0 12 0 739
2020 416 45 234 0 0 0 10 0 705
2021 424 43 222 2 0 0 13 0 704
2022 385 41 187 2 0 0 10 0 625
2023 386 36 174 2 0 0 5 0 603

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Dickinson East Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1992 490 n/a n/a 64.7
1993 664 n/a 0.0 67.9
1994 688 30.0 22.9 66.3
1995 717 36.0 19.9 64.6
1996 717 36.0 19.9 64.6
1997 801 35.0 22.9 62.3
1998 880 32.0 27.5 61.5
1999 855 40.0 21.4 61.6
2000 893 40.0 22.3 69.1
2001 881 41.3 21.3 72.1
2002 734 44.1 16.6 85
2003 734 44.1 16.6 85
2004 740 45.8 16.2 76.2
2005 631 43.3 14.6 81.5
2006 547 33.3 16.4 69.3
2007 572 30.3 18.9 76.2
2008 652 34.1 19.1 81.3
2009 627 31.9 19.7 87.1
2010 648 32.9 19.7 90.4
2011 614 34.7 17.6 94.8
2012 664 38.6 17.2 94.1
2013 699 36.7 19.0 87.1
2014 672 38.9 17.2 93.3
2015 652 38.0 17.1 95.9
2016 709 39.0 18.1 94.1
2017 743 40.2 18.4 97.7
2018 827 45.7 18.0 98.3
2019 739 41.7 17.7 95.4
2020 705 43.0 16.3 90.2
2021 704 41.0 17.1 89.1
2022 625 30.0 20.8 86.1
2023 603 39.5 15.2 86.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Dickinson East Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1992 490 n/a n/a 64.7
1993 664 n/a 0.0 67.9
1994 688 30.0 22.9 66.3
1995 717 36.0 19.9 64.6
1996 717 36.0 19.9 64.6
1997 801 35.0 22.9 62.3
1998 880 32.0 27.5 61.5
1999 855 40.0 21.4 61.6
2000 893 40.0 22.3 69.1
2001 881 41.3 21.3 72.1
2002 734 44.1 16.6 85
2003 734 44.1 16.6 85
2004 740 45.8 16.2 76.2
2005 631 43.3 14.6 81.5
2006 547 33.3 16.4 69.3
2007 572 30.3 18.9 76.2
2008 652 34.1 19.1 81.3
2009 627 31.9 19.7 87.1
2010 648 32.9 19.7 90.4
2011 614 34.7 17.6 94.8
2012 664 38.6 17.2 94.1
2013 699 36.7 19.0 87.1
2014 672 38.9 17.2 93.3
2015 652 38.0 17.1 95.9
2016 709 39.0 18.1 94.1
2017 743 40.2 18.4 97.7
2018 827 45.7 18.0 98.3
2019 739 41.7 17.7 95.4
2020 705 43.0 16.3 90.2
2021 704 41.0 17.1 89.1
2022 625 30.0 20.8 86.1
2023 603 39.5 15.2 86.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Dickinson East Elementary School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $2,701 (22.4%) $9,336 (77.6%) $12,036
2020 $2,772 (22.9%) $9,313 (77.1%) $12,086
2021 $2,710 (22.3%) $9,425 (77.7%) $12,135
2022 $3,190 (19.7%) $13,001 (80.3%) $16,191
2023 $00 (NaN) $00 (NaN) $00

Data source: Michigan Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Dickinson East Elementary School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 1113th of 1408 Elementary schoolsRanks 1056th of 1470 Elementary schools
 7.2%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Dickinson East Elementary School)24.829.3
 4.5%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Hamtramck School District of the City of)17.918.3
 0.4%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)45.140.9
 4.2%
3rd Grade Math (Dickinson East Elementary School)37.834.9
 2.9%
   3rd Grade Math (Hamtramck School District of the City of)26.725.1
 1.6%
   3rd Grade Math (Michigan)46.742.9
 3.8%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Dickinson East Elementary School)29.218.8
 10.4%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Hamtramck School District of the City of)2220.9
 1.1%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)45.844.3
 1.5%
4th Grade Math (Dickinson East Elementary School)33.616.5
 17.1%
   4th Grade Math (Hamtramck School District of the City of)2417.4
 6.6%
   4th Grade Math (Michigan)41.838.6
 3.2%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Dickinson East Elementary School)29.625.3
 4.3%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Hamtramck School District of the City of)18.617.5
 1.1%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)46.243.9
 2.3%
5th Grade Math (Dickinson East Elementary School)20.421
 0.6%
   5th Grade Math (Hamtramck School District of the City of)17.415
 2.4%
   5th Grade Math (Michigan)34.831.5
 3.3%
5th Grade Social Studies (Dickinson East Elementary School)5.37
 1.7%
   5th Grade Social Studies (Michigan)17.418.6
 1.2%
6th Grade English Language Arts (Dickinson East Elementary School)29.444.3
 14.9%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Hamtramck School District of the City of)21.324.4
 3.1%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)41.737.5
 4.2%
6th Grade Math (Dickinson East Elementary School)26.330.9
 4.6%
   6th Grade Math (Hamtramck School District of the City of)19.516.7
 2.8%
   6th Grade Math (Michigan)35.129.6
 5.5%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students739603
 18.4%
African American4036
 10%
American Indian00
Asian237174
 26.6%
Hispanic02
Pacific Islander00
White450386
 14.2%
Two or More Races125
 58.3%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients95.4%86.7%
 8.7%


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Students at Dickinson East Elementary School are 64% White, 29% Asian, 6% African American.

Students who attend Dickinson East Elementary School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Kosciuszko School
High : Hamtramck High School

Dickinson East Elementary School ranks in the bottom 20.2% of Michigan elementary schools.

In the 2022-23 school year, 603 students attended Dickinson East Elementary School.


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