Serving 451 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Hiawatha Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hiawatha Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hiawatha Elementary School's student population of 451 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
451 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hiawatha Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hiawatha Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#200 out of 2925 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
25%
3%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
8%
18%
White
52%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hiawatha Elementary School's ranking?
Hiawatha Elementary School is ranked #200 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Hiawatha Elementary School often compared to?
Hiawatha Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bennett Woods Elementary School, Cornell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Hiawatha Elementary School?
451 students attend Hiawatha Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Hiawatha Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hiawatha Elementary School?
Hiawatha Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hiawatha Elementary School offer ?
Hiawatha Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Hiawatha Elementary School part of?
Hiawatha Elementary School is part of Okemos Public Schools School District.
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