Serving 357 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Indian Woods Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Indian Woods Elementary School serves the southwest part of the Smiths Creek, MI school district, covering an area of approximately 13.1 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 3 miles to the school from the zone's edge, reaching up to 5.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Indian Woods Elementary School's student population of 357 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
357 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Advocate. Innovate. Educate.
School Rankings
Indian Woods Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Indian Woods Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#1703 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 Indian Woods Elementary School's ranking?
Indian Woods Elementary School is ranked #1703 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Indian Woods Elementary School?
357 students attend Indian Woods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Indian Woods Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Indian Woods Elementary School?
Indian Woods Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Indian Woods Elementary School offer ?
Indian Woods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Indian Woods Elementary School part of?
Indian Woods Elementary School is part of Port Huron Area School District.
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