Serving 433 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Francis A Higgins 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 37% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Francis A Higgins Elementary School's student population of 433 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
433 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Francis A Higgins Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Francis A Higgins Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#1295 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
4%
18%
White
78%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Francis A Higgins Elementary School's ranking?
Francis A Higgins Elementary School is ranked #1295 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Francis A Higgins Elementary School often compared to?
Francis A Higgins Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joseph M Carkenord Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Francis A Higgins Elementary School?
433 students attend Francis A Higgins Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Francis A Higgins Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Francis A Higgins Elementary School?
Francis A Higgins Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Francis A Higgins Elementary School offer ?
Francis A Higgins Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Francis A Higgins Elementary School part of?
Francis A Higgins Elementary School is part of L'anse Creuse School District.
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