Serving 441 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hevel Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Hevel Elementary serves the southeast part of the Washington, MI school district, covering an area of approximately 24.1 square miles. Families typically live about 5-10 minutes away from the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 4.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hevel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hevel Elementary School's student population of 441 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
441 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2002
School Motto
Embracing community while engaging, educating and empowering students to inspire the future.
School Rankings
Hevel Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hevel Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#318 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hevel Elementary School's ranking?
Hevel Elementary School is ranked #318 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Hevel Elementary School often compared to?
Hevel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Hills Elementary School, Amanda Moore Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Hevel Elementary School?
441 students attend Hevel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Hevel Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hevel Elementary School?
Hevel Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Hevel Elementary School offer ?
Hevel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hevel Elementary School part of?
Hevel Elementary School is part of Romeo Community Schools.
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