Serving 169 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 40-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). 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 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 169 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Indian Prairie Elementary School serves the northern part of Kalamazoo, MI, covering an attendance area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.4 miles from the school to the zone's edge and the furthest edge being 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Indian Prairie Elementary School's student population of 169 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
169 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Indian Prairie 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 Indian Prairie Elementary School is 0.61, which is more 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
#1404 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
35%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
30%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
53%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
15%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
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 #1404 out of 3,025 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% 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?
169 students attend Indian Prairie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Indian Prairie Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Indian Prairie Elementary School?
Indian Prairie Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Indian Prairie Elementary School offer ?
Indian Prairie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Indian Prairie Elementary School part of?
Indian Prairie Elementary School is part of Kalamazoo 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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