Serving 293 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Ada Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Ada Elementary School serves a central area in Ada, MI, encompassing approximately 5 square miles. Most families within this zone can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with distances to the farthest edge of the zone reaching up to 3.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ada Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ada Elementary School's student population of 293 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
293 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ada Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ada Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#26 out of 3025 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
80%
63%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and White
School Mascot
Rangers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ada Elementary School's ranking?
Ada Elementary School is ranked #26 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Ada Elementary School often compared to?
Ada Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thornapple Elementary School, Ada Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Ada Elementary School?
293 students attend Ada Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Ada Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ada Elementary School?
Ada Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ada Elementary School offer ?
Ada Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ada Elementary School part of?
Ada Elementary School is part of Forest Hills School District.
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