School Overview
Dwight Rich School of the Arts, located in Lansing, Michigan, is a specialized magnet school within the Lansing School District that distinguishes itself through a rigorous integration of fine and performing arts into its core academic curriculum. Serving students in the middle school grades, the institution is designed to cultivate creativity and artistic excellence alongside traditional subjects like math, science, and literacy. By offering specialized programming in areas such as music, dance, theater, and visual arts, the school aims to provide a well-rounded educational experience that fosters both critical thinking and self-expression.

Beyond its academic focus, the school plays an active role in the local community by frequently showcasing student talent through performances, exhibitions, and collaborative events. The environment at Dwight Rich is structured to support students who are passionate about the arts, encouraging them to develop discipline and confidence through creative projects. By blending artistic exploration with standard academic requirements, the school prepares its students for high school and beyond, emphasizing the value of creative problem-solving in a diverse and modern educational landscape.
552
Total Students
38.0
Full-Time Teachers
14.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
94.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Dwight Rich School of the Arts
Demographic Student Count
White111
Hispanic95
Black236
Asian28
Two or More76
American Indian5
Pacific Islander1
  • Black
    236 (42.8 %)
  • White
    111 (20.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    95 (17.2 %)
  • Two or More
    76 (13.8 %)
  • Asian
    28 (5.1 %)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.9 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    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: Lansing Public School District
Phone: (517)755-1160
Website: http://www.lansingschools.net
Grade Range: K - 8th
Total Students: 552
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 38.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 498
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 22
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 36
Grade 1 57
Grade 2 63
Grade 3 50
Grade 4 60
Grade 5 68
Grade 6 78
Grade 7 70
Grade 8 70

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Dwight Rich School of the Arts
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten36
Grade 157
Grade 263
Grade 350
Grade 460
Grade 568
Grade 678
Grade 770
Grade 870
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Dwight Rich School of the Arts
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female27048.9%
Male28251.1%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)