George Defer Elementary School

15425 KERCHEVAL AVE
GROSSE POINTE PARK, MI 48230

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460 Students

Elementary School K - 4th

School Overview

George Defer Elementary School is a prominent K-5 institution located in the heart of Grosse Pointe Park, Michigan, serving as a cornerstone of the Grosse Pointe Public School System. The school is known for its strong commitment to academic excellence and a student-centered approach, fostering a nurturing environment that encourages both intellectual growth and social-emotional development. With a curriculum designed to meet rigorous state standards, Defer provides a comprehensive educational experience that incorporates core subjects alongside enrichment opportunities in areas such as technology, music, and physical education.

Beyond the classroom, George Defer is widely recognized for its vibrant and highly active school community. The school benefits from a dedicated Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO) and strong family involvement, which help support numerous extracurricular activities, school events, and academic enhancements. The historic architecture of the building, combined with its prime location in a supportive neighborhood, creates a classic "neighborhood school" feel that prioritizes building lasting relationships between students, staff, and the local Grosse Pointe Park community.

460

Total Students

27.3

Full-Time Teachers

16.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

12.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for George Defer Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	372
Hispanic	18
Black	28
Asian	12
Two or More	29
American Indian	1

White
372 (80.9%)
Two or More
29 (6.3%)
Black
28 (6.1%)
Hispanic
18 (3.9%)
Asian
12 (2.6%)
American Indian
1 (0.2%)

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)432-4000
Website:	http://mi01000971.schoolwires.net/Domain/1099
Grade Range:	K - 4th
Total Students:	460
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	27.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	50
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	6

* 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 99

Grade 1 93

Grade 2 96

Grade 3 92

Grade 4 80