Serving 652 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Three Fires Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 652 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Three Fires Elementary School's student population of 652 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
652 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Three Fires Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Three Fires Elementary School is 0.17, which is less 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
#1353 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
91%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Three Fires Elementary School's ranking?
Three Fires Elementary School is ranked #1353 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Three Fires Elementary School often compared to?
Three Fires Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hartland Lakes Elementary School, Hilton Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Three Fires Elementary School?
652 students attend Three Fires Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Three Fires Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Three Fires Elementary School?
Three Fires Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Three Fires Elementary School offer ?
Three Fires Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Three Fires Elementary School part of?
Three Fires Elementary School is part of Howell Public Schools School District.
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