DODSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Dodson Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Plymouth-Canton Community Schools school district, located in CANTON, MI with about 525 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 29 teachers, Dodson Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Dodson Elementary School, located on North Beck Road in Canton, Michigan, is a key institution within the Plymouth-Canton Community Schools (PCCS) district. The school serves a diverse community of young learners, focusing on providing a comprehensive educational foundation that emphasizes core academic subjects alongside social and emotional development. As part of one of the largest school districts in Michigan, Dodson benefits from the district's extensive resources, technology integration, and a curriculum aligned with state standards designed to prepare students for success in middle school and beyond.
The school is recognized for fostering a collaborative and inclusive atmosphere, where staff, students, and parents work together to support a positive learning environment. Through the official PCCS website, the school maintains transparent communication with families, providing access to essential information regarding school calendars, educational programs, and district-wide initiatives. Dodson Elementary remains committed to cultivating a safe and engaging campus where students are encouraged to pursue academic excellence and develop the skills necessary to become active members of the Canton community.
For more information, contact Dodson Elementary School at (734) 981-8003 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
CANTON, MI 48187-4808
(734) 981-8003
http://www.pccs.k12.mi.us
DODSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in CANTON, MI with about 525 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Michigan
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- Plymouth-Canton Community Schools
- Total Students:
- 525
- Teachers:
- 29.19
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 525 students
- White
- 66.3%
- Asian
- 14.7%
- Black or African American
- 9.3%
- Two or more races
- 5.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 3.6%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.6%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 47.0%
- Male
- 53.0%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.