Serving 342 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Allen Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Allen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Allen Elementary School's student population of 342 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
342 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Allen Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Allen Elementary School is 0.49, which is less 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
#1558 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
9%
18%
White
70%
63%
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
54%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Allen Elementary School's ranking?
Allen Elementary School is ranked #1558 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Allen Elementary School often compared to?
Allen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arno Elementary School, Bailey Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Allen Elementary School?
342 students attend Allen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Allen Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Allen Elementary School?
Allen Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Allen Elementary School offer ?
Allen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Allen Elementary School part of?
Allen Elementary School is part of Southgate Community School District.
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