Serving 574 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 34%). 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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
12th Street Elementary School's student population of 574 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
574 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
12th Street Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of 12th Street Elementary School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#652 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
13%
18%
White
57%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 12th Street Elementary School's ranking?
12th Street Elementary School is ranked #652 out of 3,069 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 34% 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?
574 students attend 12th Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of 12th Street Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 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 17:1.
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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