Serving 179 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Akronfairgrove 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Akron-Fairgrove Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Akron, MI, encompassing approximately 92.4 square miles. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 9.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Akronfairgrove Elementary School's student population of 179 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
179 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Akronfairgrove Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Akronfairgrove Elementary School is 0.10, which is less 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
#1158 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 Akronfairgrove Elementary School's ranking?
Akronfairgrove Elementary School is ranked #1158 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Akronfairgrove Elementary School often compared to?
Akronfairgrove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central School, Reese Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Akronfairgrove Elementary School?
179 students attend Akronfairgrove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Akronfairgrove Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Akronfairgrove Elementary School?
Akronfairgrove Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Akronfairgrove Elementary School offer ?
Akronfairgrove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Akronfairgrove Elementary School part of?
Akronfairgrove Elementary School is part of Akron-Fairgrove Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The school has wonderful teachers. Small schools have lots of one on one time with teachers. Students are encouraged to enroll in college courses. My son achieved an associate's degree upon graduation. All are paid for by the school. He then went on to college and received a bachelor's.
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