DOHERTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Doherty Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the West Bloomfield School District school district, located in WEST BLOOMFIELD, MI with about 452 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 29 teachers, Doherty Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.
Doherty Elementary School is a public school located in West Bloomfield, Michigan, serving as part of the West Bloomfield School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and engaging educational environment that emphasizes academic excellence, personal growth, and character development. By prioritizing a student-centered approach, Doherty aims to prepare its young learners for future success by building a strong foundation in core subjects while encouraging curiosity and critical thinking.
Beyond its academic curriculum, Doherty Elementary places a significant focus on cultivating a positive school culture through community involvement and inclusive practices. The school benefits from the active participation of parents and families, which helps strengthen the partnership between home and classroom. With a dedicated staff and a wide range of resources, Doherty strives to ensure that every student feels safe, valued, and empowered to reach their full potential within a diverse and collaborative learning community.
For more information, contact Doherty Elementary School at (248) 865-6020 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
WEST BLOOMFIELD, MI 48323-3453
(248) 865-6020
DOHERTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in WEST BLOOMFIELD, MI with about 452 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Michigan
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- West Bloomfield School District
- Total Students:
- 452
- Teachers:
- 29.82
- 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
- Title I targeted assistance 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 452 students
- White
- 46.0%
- Black or African American
- 34.3%
- Asian
- 11.9%
- Two or more races
- 5.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 1.8%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 42.0%
- Male
- 58.0%
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.