Long Elementary School

Long Elementary School is ranked #16 in the Dearborn City School District Elementary Schools and the best-rated elementary school in Michigan. It is an exceptional elementary school in Michigan that focuses on student success and involvement with the community, especially among Elementary Schools in the state. Long Elementary School currently serves grades PK-5 and enrolls 230 students, with an encouraging student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Looking at the school's population, Long Elementary has enrolled 54% female students and 46% male students, and only 30% of students are economically disadvantaged. Performance data indicate that 32% of students reached or exceeded the proficiency level in math, while 37% reached a proficient level in reading. Minority enrollment is 21% across the school, and Long Elementary employs 16 full-time equivalent teachers. Long Elementary School is filled with committed teachers and active parental involvement in a generally economically disadvantaged environment, and is top among Elementary Schools in Michigan.

Westport’s Representative Town Meeting approved a plan for a new Long Lots Elementary School for the total cost of $103 million. The total plan is $109 million, and will result in a new state of the art, modern 128,000-square-foot school, that is hoped to be opened in the fall of 2027. It will allow the school to better serve the community for the next sixty years.

Q.What types of technology does Long Elementary School have in the classrooms?

A.The classrooms at Long Elementary School have smart boards, computers, and iPads to implement technology into lessons each day.

Q.What does Long Elementary School do if a student arrives late?

A.If a student arrives late at Long Elementary School, the parent or guardian must sign the student in at the main office.

Q.What services are provided for students with learning disabilities at Long Elementary School?

A.Long Elementary School offers extensive services for students with learning disabilities, including specialized instruction and a resource room.

Q.Does Long Elementary School serve hot lunches?

A.Yes, Long Elementary School offers students a nutritious hot lunch program each day and payment can be made on line in the cafeteria account.

Q.How do I get involved with the PTO at Long Elementary School?

A.You can be involved with the PTO at Long Elementary School by attending the monthly meetings or contacting a board member for further information.