Chatfield School

Chatfield School is a single, highly-rated public K-8 school in Lapeer, Michigan, serving 483 students as its own district, Chatfield School, and ranking in the 94th percentile statewide with a 5-star rating.

For parents, this school delivers exceptional academic results across nearly every grade and subject. In the 2025-2026 school year, Chatfield students outperformed state averages by wide margins, particularly in mathematics. For example, 6th graders posted a 70.9% proficiency rate in math—a remarkable 39 percentage points above the state average—while 7th graders achieved 63.6% proficiency, a 30-point advantage. English Language Arts results are similarly strong, with 6th grade leading at 70.9% proficient (+33.4 points) and 4th grade at 68.5% (+27.2 points). The school’s 8th grade Social Studies proficiency of 77.4% is a standout, beating the state by 27.1 points. Even in its relative weak spot, 5th grade, the school still beats state averages in every subject, though by smaller margins (e.g., +4.4 points in ELA).

While performance is consistently high, there are a few areas to watch. The 8th grade PSAT math proficiency dropped from 72.0% in 2024-2025 to 54.7% in 2025-2026, a significant decline, though the school still leads the state by 21.5 points. Science scores also fell year-over-year in both 5th and 8th grades, yet remain double-digits above state averages. On the positive side, Chatfield benefits from a low chronic absenteeism rate of 15.1% (state: 27.9%) and a relatively low free/reduced lunch rate of 24.22%, which supports a stable learning environment. With per-student spending of $12,235, the school achieves top-quartile results efficiently. Overall, Chatfield School offers a rigorous, well-rounded education that consistently places it among Michigan’s best, making it an excellent choice for families in the Lapeer area.