Serving 621 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Houghton Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 71% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Houghton 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
Houghton Elementary School's student population of 621 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
621 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Houghton Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Houghton 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
#219 out of 3069 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
91%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Houghton Elementary School's ranking?
Houghton Elementary School is ranked #219 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Houghton Elementary School often compared to?
Houghton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chassell K12 School, Clk Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Houghton Elementary School?
621 students attend Houghton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Houghton Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Houghton Elementary School?
Houghton Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Houghton Elementary School offer ?
Houghton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Houghton Elementary School part of?
Houghton Elementary School is part of Houghton-Portage Township School District.
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