Serving 512 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hugger Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 61% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Hugger Elementary School serves the northeast part of Rochester, MI, covering an area of approximately 12.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 3.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hugger 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
Hugger Elementary School's student population of 512 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
512 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hugger 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 Hugger Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#208 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-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 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2002–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hugger Elementary School's ranking?
Hugger Elementary School is ranked #208 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Hugger Elementary School?
512 students attend Hugger Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Hugger Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hugger Elementary School?
Hugger Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Hugger Elementary School offer ?
Hugger Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hugger Elementary School part of?
Hugger Elementary School is part of Rochester Community School District.
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