Serving 422 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Flickinger 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 41% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 26% 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-6
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Flickinger Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Flickinger Elementary School's student population of 422 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
422 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Dedicated to excellence in education
School Rankings
Flickinger 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 Flickinger Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#954 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
7%
18%
White
74%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Flickinger Elementary School's ranking?
Flickinger Elementary School is ranked #954 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Flickinger Elementary School often compared to?
Flickinger Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Floyd Ebeling Elementary School, Beck Centennial Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Flickinger Elementary School?
422 students attend Flickinger Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Flickinger Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Flickinger Elementary School?
Flickinger Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Flickinger Elementary School offer ?
Flickinger Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Flickinger Elementary School part of?
Flickinger Elementary School is part of Utica Community Schools.
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