Hulsing Elementary School

8055 Fleet St
Canton, MI 48187
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 478 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hulsing Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 478 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 41%
  • : Top 50% in MI
  • : 37% (Top 50%)
  • : 44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Hulsing Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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School Overview

Hulsing Elementary School's student population of 478 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
478 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
Last Day of School
Sun. Jun 14, 2026

School Rankings

Hulsing Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hulsing Elementary School is 0.59, 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.
This School
State Level (MI)
#1378 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
37%
35%
44%
45%
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
23%
18%
White
59%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.59
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hulsing Elementary School's ranking?
Hulsing Elementary School is ranked #1378 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Hulsing Elementary School often compared to?
Hulsing Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tonda Elementary School, Isbister Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Hulsing Elementary School?
478 students attend Hulsing Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Hulsing Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hulsing Elementary School?
Hulsing Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hulsing Elementary School offer ?
Hulsing Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hulsing Elementary School part of?
Hulsing Elementary School is part of Plymouth-Canton Community Schools School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 478 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 41%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 37% (Top 50%)
  • : 44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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