Serving 246 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Indian Prairie 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indian Prairie Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Indian Prairie Elementary School's student population of 246 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
246 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Indian Prairie Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Indian Prairie Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1466 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
32%
18%
White
49%
64%
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
50%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Prairie Elementary School's ranking?
Indian Prairie Elementary School is ranked #1466 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Indian Prairie Elementary School often compared to?
Indian Prairie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kingwestwood Elementary School, Prairie Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Indian Prairie Elementary School?
246 students attend Indian Prairie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Indian Prairie Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Indian Prairie Elementary School?
Indian Prairie Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Indian Prairie Elementary School offer ?
Indian Prairie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Indian Prairie Elementary School part of?
Indian Prairie Elementary School is part of Kalamazoo Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Indian Prairie Elementary School located?
Indian Prairie Elementary School is located in the Westwood neighborhood of Kalamazoo, MI. There are 4 other public schools located in Westwood.
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