Serving 61 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jia Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 61 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Jia Elementary School's student population of 61 students has declined by 64% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
61 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jia Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jia Elementary School is 0.45, which is less 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
#1094 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
72%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jia Elementary School's ranking?
Jia Elementary School is ranked #1094 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Jia Elementary School?
61 students attend Jia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Jia Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jia Elementary School?
Jia Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jia Elementary School offer ?
Jia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jia Elementary School part of?
Jia Elementary School is part of Jenison Public Schools School District.
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