Hillsdale Preparatory School

160 Mechanic Rd
Hillsdale, MI 49242
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3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 60 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Hillsdale Preparatory School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 60 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 8%
  • : Bottom 50% in MI
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Hillsdale Preparatory School's student population of 60 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 80% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
60 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓

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School Rankings

Hillsdale Preparatory School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillsdale Preparatory School is 0.15, 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.
This School
State Level (MI)
#2291 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

11-19%
35%

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

30-39%
45%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

(20-21)
<50%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
16:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
3%
9%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

White
92%
63%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
5%
5%

Showing 2013–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
8%
0.15

Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
50%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
45%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hillsdale Preparatory School's ranking?
Hillsdale Preparatory School is ranked #2291 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Hillsdale Preparatory School often compared to?
Hillsdale Preparatory Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Will Carleton Charter School Academy, Gier Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Hillsdale Preparatory School?
60 students attend Hillsdale Preparatory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Hillsdale Preparatory School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillsdale Preparatory School?
Hillsdale Preparatory School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Hillsdale Preparatory School offer ?
Hillsdale Preparatory School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hillsdale Preparatory School part of?
Hillsdale Preparatory School is part of Hillsdale Preparatory School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 60 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 8%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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