Serving 246 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Indian Prairie Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 1% in MI)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indian Prairie Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Indian Prairie Elementary School's student population of 246 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
246 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Indian Prairie Elementary School is 0.64, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)55-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50-54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
32%
18%
White
49%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
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 schools are Indian Prairie Elementary School often compared to?
Indian Prairie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kingwestwood 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 40% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
How many students attend Indian Prairie Elementary School?
246 students attend Indian Prairie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Indian Prairie Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Indian Prairie Elementary School?
Indian Prairie Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Indian Prairie Elementary School offer ?
Indian Prairie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Indian Prairie Elementary School part of?
Indian Prairie Elementary School is part of Kalamazoo Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Indian Prairie Elementary School located?
Indian Prairie Elementary School is located in the Westwood neighborhood of Kalamazoo, MI. There are 4 other public schools located in Westwood.
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