Serving 434 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Gier 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower 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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gier Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Hillsdale school district, covering approximately 70.2 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 10 to 15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of about 5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.4 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gier Elementary School's student population of 434 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
434 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Gier Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gier Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#1897 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
89%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gier Elementary School's ranking?
Gier Elementary School is ranked #1897 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Gier Elementary School often compared to?
Gier Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Davis Middle School, Will Carleton Charter School Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Gier Elementary School?
434 students attend Gier Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Gier Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gier Elementary School?
Gier Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Gier Elementary School offer ?
Gier Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gier Elementary School part of?
Gier Elementary School is part of Hillsdale Community Schools.
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