Serving 618 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Houghton Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 67% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 618 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Houghton Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Houghton, MI, encompassing approximately 99.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 20.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Houghton 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
Houghton Elementary School's student population of 618 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
618 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
30 students
School Rankings
Houghton 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 Houghton Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#219 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
90%
63%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Houghton Elementary School's ranking?
Houghton Elementary School is ranked #219 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Houghton Elementary School often compared to?
Houghton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chassell K12 School, Clk Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Houghton Elementary School?
618 students attend Houghton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Houghton Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Houghton Elementary School?
Houghton Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Houghton Elementary School offer ?
Houghton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Houghton Elementary School part of?
Houghton Elementary School is part of Houghton-Portage Township School District.
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