School Overview
Kerby Elementary School, located in the affluent community of Grosse Pointe Farms, Michigan, is a cornerstone of the Grosse Pointe Public School System. The school serves students in grades K-5 and is widely recognized for its strong commitment to academic excellence and a nurturing, community-focused environment. Kerby is noted for maintaining a rigorous curriculum that emphasizes core subjects while fostering the social and emotional development of its student body. Its location within the historic and well-regarded Grosse Pointe district makes it a central hub for families who prioritize public education in a suburban, tight-knit setting.

Beyond the classroom, Kerby Elementary is characterized by a high level of parental involvement and a robust school culture that encourages extracurricular participation. The school benefits from the resources and stable reputation of the Grosse Pointe Public Schools, which are known for high standardized test scores and a focus on preparing students for success in secondary education. By balancing traditional instructional methods with modern educational tools, Kerby aims to provide a well-rounded foundation for its students, consistently ranking as a premier choice for families within the Grosse Pointe Farms area.
321
Total Students
17.7
Full-Time Teachers
18.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
7.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Kerby Elementary School
Demographic Student Count
White276
Hispanic9
Black13
Asian4
Two or More16
American Indian3
  • White
    276 (86.0%)
  • Two or More
    16 (5.0%)
  • Black
    13 (4.0%)
  • Hispanic
    9 (2.8%)
  • Asian
    4 (1.2%)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.9%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Grosse Pointe Public Schools
Phone: (313)432-4200
Website: http://mi01000971.schoolwires.net/Domain/1321
Grade Range: K - 4th
Total Students: 321
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 17.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 22
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 1
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 61
Grade 1 78
Grade 2 54
Grade 3 53
Grade 4 75

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Kerby Elementary School
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten61
Grade 178
Grade 254
Grade 353
Grade 475
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Kerby Elementary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female15548.3%
Male16651.7%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)