Dutton Elementary School

www.calschools.org

317 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 4th

School Overview

Dutton Elementary School is a public elementary school located in Caledonia, Michigan, serving as part of the Caledonia Community Schools district. The school provides a foundational educational environment for students in the local community, focusing on academic growth, social development, and preparation for middle school. It benefits from being part of a well-regarded district known for its commitment to student achievement and community engagement.

The school emphasizes a supportive learning atmosphere where faculty and staff prioritize individual student success through a comprehensive curriculum. As part of the Caledonia school system, Dutton Elementary aligns its educational goals with district-wide standards while fostering a distinct sense of community for its students and families. For those interested in more specific details, such as current events, enrollment information, or staff contact details, the official district website at [www.caledonia.k12.mi.us](http://www.caledonia.k12.mi.us) serves as the primary hub for resources and school updates.

317

Total Students

19.7

Full-Time Teachers

16.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

28.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Dutton Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	222
Hispanic	42
Black	13
Asian	12
Two or More	28

White
222 (70.0%)
Hispanic
42 (13.2%)
Two or More
28 (8.8%)
Black
13 (4.1%)
Asian
12 (3.8%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Caledonia Community Schools
Phone:	(616)698-8982
Website:	http://www.calschools.org
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 4th
Total Students:	317
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	19.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	79
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	11

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 77

Grade 1 66

Grade 2 60

Grade 3 55

Grade 4 59