Serving 614 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ann Arbor Steam At Northside School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Northside Elementary School serves the northern part of Ann Arbor, MI, encompassing an area of approximately 2.9 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ann Arbor Steam At Northside School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ann Arbor Steam At Northside School's student population of 614 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
614 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Ann Arbor Steam At Northside School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ann Arbor Steam At Northside School is 0.67, 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
#261 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
14%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
11%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
53%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
13%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ann Arbor Steam At Northside School's ranking?
Ann Arbor Steam At Northside School is ranked #261 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Ann Arbor Steam At Northside School often compared to?
Ann Arbor Steam At Northside Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clague Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Ann Arbor Steam At Northside School?
614 students attend Ann Arbor Steam At Northside School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Ann Arbor Steam At Northside School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ann Arbor Steam At Northside School?
Ann Arbor Steam At Northside School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ann Arbor Steam At Northside School offer ?
Ann Arbor Steam At Northside School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ann Arbor Steam At Northside School part of?
Ann Arbor Steam At Northside School is part of Ann Arbor School District.
In what neighborhood is Ann Arbor Steam At Northside School located?
Ann Arbor Steam At Northside School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI.
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