Serving 317 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hemmeter Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hemmeter Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hemmeter Elementary School's student population of 317 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
317 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hemmeter Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hemmeter Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#27 out of 2925 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
5%
18%
White
79%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hemmeter Elementary School's ranking?
Hemmeter Elementary School is ranked #27 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Hemmeter Elementary School often compared to?
Hemmeter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Handley School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Hemmeter Elementary School?
317 students attend Hemmeter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Hemmeter Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hemmeter Elementary School?
Hemmeter Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hemmeter Elementary School offer ?
Hemmeter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hemmeter Elementary School part of?
Hemmeter Elementary School is part of Saginaw Township Community Schools School District.
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