Keller Elementary

www.royaloakschools.org

470 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Keller Elementary, located in Royal Oak, Michigan, is a foundational school within the Royal Oak Schools district. Serving a local community of young learners, the school is dedicated to fostering both academic achievement and social-emotional growth. Its curriculum is designed to meet state standards while encouraging student curiosity, critical thinking, and a sense of belonging. As part of a smaller school environment, Keller is known for emphasizing strong partnerships between educators, students, and parents, creating a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to reach their full potential.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Keller Elementary prioritizes the "whole child" approach, often integrating technology, arts, and community-focused activities into the daily experience. The school reflects the broader values of the Royal Oak district, which emphasizes inclusivity, innovation, and college and career readiness from an early age. By maintaining a close-knit community feel, Keller provides a structured yet nurturing environment that prepares its students for the transition to middle school and beyond.

470

Total Students

29.3

Full-Time Teachers

16.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

18.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Keller Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	366
Hispanic	16
Black	40
Asian	9
Two or More	38
American Indian	1

White
366 (77.9%)
Black
40 (8.5%)
Two or More
38 (8.1%)
Hispanic
16 (3.4%)
Asian
9 (1.9%)
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:	Royal Oak Schools
Phone:	(248)542-6500
Website:	http://www.royaloakschools.org
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	470
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	29.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	81
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	7

* 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 86

Grade 1 78

Grade 2 77

Grade 3 87

Grade 4 81

Grade 5 61