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Dresden Elementary School

11400 Delvin Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48314
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 423 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Dresden Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 423 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : Top 50% in MI
  • : 33% (Top 50%)
  • : 55% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Dresden Elementary School's student population of 423 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Dresden Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dresden Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#1119 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
33%
35%
55%
45%
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
7%
18%
White
74%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.44
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dresden Elementary School's ranking?
Dresden Elementary School is ranked #1119 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Dresden Elementary School?
423 students attend Dresden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Dresden Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dresden Elementary School?
Dresden Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dresden Elementary School offer ?
Dresden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dresden Elementary School part of?
Dresden Elementary School is part of Utica Community Schools School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 423 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 33% (Top 50%)
  • : 55% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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