Hawkins Elementary School

8900 Lee Rd
Brighton, MI 48116
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
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Top 5%
Serving 551 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Hawkins Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 551 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : Top 5% in MI
  • : 69% (Top 5%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Hawkins Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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School Overview

Hawkins Elementary School's student population of 551 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
551 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026

School Rankings

Hawkins Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hawkins Elementary School is 0.22, 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.
This School
State Level (MI)
#112 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
69%
35%
70-74%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.22
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hawkins Elementary School's ranking?
Hawkins Elementary School is ranked #112 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Hawkins Elementary School often compared to?
Hawkins Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hornung Elementary School, Hilton Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Hawkins Elementary School?
551 students attend Hawkins Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Hawkins Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hawkins Elementary School?
Hawkins Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hawkins Elementary School offer ?
Hawkins Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hawkins Elementary School part of?
Hawkins Elementary School is part of Brighton Area Schools School District.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 551 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 69% (Top 5%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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