Serving 327 students in grades 3-5, Jamestown Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jamestown Elementary School serves the southeast part of Hudsonville, MI, covering an area of approximately 11.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.5 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 3.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jamestown Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Jamestown Upper Elementary School's student population of 327 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
327 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
The mission of Hudsonville Public Schools is to educate, challenge, and inspire all learners to become contributing, responsible members of a global society.
School Rankings
Jamestown Upper 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 Jamestown Upper Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#207 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 1999–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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)8.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Jamestown Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Jamestown Upper Elementary School is ranked #207 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Jamestown Upper Elementary School often compared to?
Jamestown Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Elementary School, Forest Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Jamestown Upper Elementary School?
327 students attend Jamestown Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Jamestown Upper Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jamestown Upper Elementary School?
Jamestown Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Jamestown Upper Elementary School offer ?
Jamestown Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jamestown Upper Elementary School part of?
Jamestown Upper Elementary School is part of Hudsonville Public School District.
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