Serving 428 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Chestnut Hill School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chestnut Hill School's student population of 428 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
428 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chestnut Hill School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chestnut Hill School is 0.31, 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
#642 out of 2925 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
83%
64%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chestnut Hill School's ranking?
Chestnut Hill School is ranked #642 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Chestnut Hill School often compared to?
Chestnut Hill Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adams Elementary School, Plymouth Elementary School, Woodcrest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Chestnut Hill School?
428 students attend Chestnut Hill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Chestnut Hill School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chestnut Hill School?
Chestnut Hill School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chestnut Hill School offer ?
Chestnut Hill School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Chestnut Hill School part of?
Chestnut Hill School is part of Midland Public Schools School District.
School Reviews
2 3/26/2020
It is a quant little school on the rich side of town. A significant number of parents work for low. The diversity closely reflects the employment of Dow. Most of the children show that lack of respect associated with money. They do have some expensive parties and money requirement to be socially active.
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