School Overview
Dwight Rich School of the Arts, located in Lansing, Michigan, is a specialized magnet school within the Lansing School District that distinguishes itself through a rigorous integration of fine and performing arts into its core academic curriculum. Serving students in the middle school grades, the institution is designed to cultivate creativity and artistic excellence alongside traditional subjects like math, science, and literacy. By offering specialized programming in areas such as music, dance, theater, and visual arts, the school aims to provide a well-rounded educational experience that fosters both critical thinking and self-expression.

Beyond its academic focus, the school plays an active role in the local community by frequently showcasing student talent through performances, exhibitions, and collaborative events. The environment at Dwight Rich is structured to support students who are passionate about the arts, encouraging them to develop discipline and confidence through creative projects. By blending artistic exploration with standard academic requirements, the school prepares its students for high school and beyond, emphasizing the value of creative problem-solving in a diverse and modern educational landscape.
562
Total Students
31.4
Full-Time Teachers
17.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
92.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Dwight Rich School of the Arts
Demographic Student Count
White93
Hispanic85
Black262
Asian37
Two or More82
American Indian2
Pacific Islander1
  • Black
    262 (46.6%)
  • White
    93 (16.5%)
  • Hispanic
    85 (15.1%)
  • Two or More
    82 (14.6%)
  • Asian
    37 (6.6%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.4%)
  • Pacific Islander
    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: Lansing Public School District
Phone: (517)755-1160
Website: http://www.lansingschools.net
Grade Range: K - 8th
Total Students: 562
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 31.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 498
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 22
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 59
Grade 1 48
Grade 2 46
Grade 3 74
Grade 4 58
Grade 5 73
Grade 6 59
Grade 7 70
Grade 8 75

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Dwight Rich School of the Arts
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten59
Grade 148
Grade 246
Grade 374
Grade 458
Grade 573
Grade 659
Grade 770
Grade 875
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Dwight Rich School of the Arts
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female26747.5%
Male29552.5%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)