Serving 434 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chapman Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 48% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chapman Elementary School serves the entire district of Rockwood, MI, encompassing an area of approximately 15.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.1 miles to the school's edge, while the furthest boundary is about 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chapman Elementary School's student population of 434 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
434 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chapman 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 Chapman Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#918 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
4%
18%
White
84%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chapman Elementary School's ranking?
Chapman Elementary School is ranked #918 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Chapman Elementary School often compared to?
Chapman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lafayette School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Chapman Elementary School?
434 students attend Chapman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Chapman Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chapman Elementary School?
Chapman Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Chapman Elementary School offer ?
Chapman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chapman Elementary School part of?
Chapman Elementary School is part of Gibraltar School District.
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