Serving 120 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Riddle Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 120 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29%
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riddle Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Riddle Elementary School's student population of 120 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
120 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Riddle Elementary School is 0.68, 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)20-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)11-19%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
16%
9%
Black
49%
18%
White
23%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Riddle Elementary School often compared to?
Riddle Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Willow School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MI state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
How many students attend Riddle Elementary School?
120 students attend Riddle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Riddle Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riddle Elementary School?
Riddle Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Riddle Elementary School offer ?
Riddle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Riddle Elementary School part of?
Riddle Elementary School is part of Lansing Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Riddle Elementary School located?
Riddle Elementary School is located in the Westside Neighborhood neighborhood of Lansing, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Westside Neighborhood.
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