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.

3575 WALNUT LAKE RD
WEST BLOOMFIELD, MI 48323-3453
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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

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
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
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* 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.

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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.