At a glance
Reported students
422
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
28
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
15.1:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–06
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Michigan elementary enrollment
66th percentile
Compared with 1,618 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
270
Dickinson West Elementary School: 422 reported students.
State peer staffing position
40th percentile
15.1:1 reported; state peer median 15.8:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 419
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Student–teacher ratio
- 16.1:1
What the reported data says about Dickinson West Elementary School
Dickinson West Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades KG–06 in Hamtramck. It is one of 8 current school records connected to Hamtramck School District of the City of. NCES reports 422 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,618 elementary schools in Michigan with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 366 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 66th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 15.1:1, close to the Michigan median of 15.8:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (47.2%) and Asian (30.6%). English learners represent 59.9% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 4.5%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
Questions worth asking Dickinson West Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 15.1:1 student–teacher ratio and 28 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 0 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 59.9%
- Students with disabilities
- 4.5%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 85.5%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White47.2%
- Hispanic0.2%
- Black20.1%
- Asian30.6%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial1.9%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Hamtramck School District of the City of
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Dickinson East Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–06
529 reported students
Tau Beta School
Elementary · Grades KG–08
261 reported students
Holbrook School
Elementary · Grades KG–08
186 reported students
Early Childhood Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–02
146 reported students
Kosciuszko School
Middle · Grades 07–08
279 reported students
Horizon High School
High · Grades 09–12
125 reported students
Public schools near Dickinson West Elementary School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early Childhood Elementary School Elementary · Hamtramck School District of the City of | PK–02 | 146 | 0.4 mi |
| Bridge Academy West Elementary · Charter · Bridge Academy | KG–08 | 331 | 0.5 mi |
| Hamtramck Academy Elementary · Charter · Hamtramck Academy | KG–08 | 549 | 0.7 mi |
| Dickinson East Elementary School Elementary · Hamtramck School District of the City of | KG–06 | 529 | 0.7 mi |
| Tau Beta School Elementary · Hamtramck School District of the City of | KG–08 | 261 | 0.8 mi |
| Davison ElementaryMiddle School Elementary · Detroit Public Schools Community District | PK–08 | 765 | 0.9 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Dickinson West Elementary School
What grades does Dickinson West Elementary School serve?
Dickinson West Elementary School reports grades KG–06 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Hamtramck School District of the City of.
How many students attend Dickinson West Elementary School?
Dickinson West Elementary School reported 422 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 66th percentile among 1,618 Michigan elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 419 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Dickinson West Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 15.1:1, based on 422 students and 28 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Michigan median for the same school level is 15.8:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Dickinson West Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Dickinson West Elementary School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Hamtramck School District of the City of attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Dickinson West Elementary School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
85.5% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Dickinson West Elementary School in?
Dickinson West Elementary School is part of Hamtramck School District of the City of, based in Hamtramck, MI, which operates 8 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Dickinson West Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Early Childhood Elementary School (0.4 mi), Bridge Academy West (0.5 mi), Hamtramck Academy (0.7 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.