Serving 589 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, 12th Street Elementary 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 46% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: 12th Street Elementary serves the west part of Portage, MI, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.2 miles to the school's boundaries and the furthest edge being 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
12th Street Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
12th Street Elementary School's student population of 589 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
589 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
12th Street Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of 12th Street Elementary School is 0.61, which is more 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
#672 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 12th Street Elementary School's ranking?
12th Street Elementary School is ranked #672 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are 12th Street Elementary School often compared to?
12th Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moorsbridge Elementary School, Lake Center Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend 12th Street Elementary School?
589 students attend 12th Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of 12th Street Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of 12th Street Elementary School?
12th Street Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does 12th Street Elementary School offer ?
12th Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is 12th Street Elementary School part of?
12th Street Elementary School is part of Portage School District.
In what neighborhood is 12th Street Elementary School located?
12th Street Elementary School is located in the West Portage neighborhood of Portage, MI. There are 2 other public schools located in West Portage.
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