Haigh Elementary School serves 518 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
Haigh Elementary School placed in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Haigh Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Haigh Elementary School's student population of 518 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
518 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Haigh Elementary School is ranked within the top 20% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Haigh Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#501 out of 2925 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
36%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
48%

Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
1%
3%

Hispanic
2%
8%

Black
2%
18%

White
95%
65%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
46%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Haigh Elementary School's ranking?
Haigh Elementary School is ranked #501 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Haigh Elementary School?
518 students attend Haigh Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Haigh Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Haigh Elementary School?
Haigh Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Haigh Elementary School offer ?
Haigh Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Haigh Elementary School part of?
Haigh Elementary School is part of Dearborn City School District.
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