Schavey Road Elementary School serves 469 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Schavey Road Elementary School's student population of 469 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
469 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Schavey Road Elementary School is home to our Young-5's, Kindergarten, and First-Grade students. Our goal is to create an enriched learning environment that engages all students to achieve their highest success.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Schavey Road Elementary School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
81%
63%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Patches The Panther
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Schavey Road Elementary School?
469 students attend Schavey Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Schavey Road Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Schavey Road Elementary School?
Schavey Road Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Schavey Road Elementary School offer ?
Schavey Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Schavey Road Elementary School part of?
Schavey Road Elementary School is part of DeWitt School District.
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