Serving 445 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Hiawatha Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hiawatha Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Hiawatha Elementary School's student population of 445 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
445 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 4, 2026
School Rankings
Hiawatha Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hiawatha Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#289 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
23%
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
8%
18%
White
54%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hiawatha Elementary School's ranking?
Hiawatha Elementary School is ranked #289 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Hiawatha Elementary School often compared to?
Hiawatha Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bennett Woods Elementary School, Cornell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Hiawatha Elementary School?
445 students attend Hiawatha Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Hiawatha Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hiawatha Elementary School?
Hiawatha Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hiawatha Elementary School offer ?
Hiawatha Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hiawatha Elementary School part of?
Hiawatha Elementary School is part of Okemos School District.
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