Serving 503 students in grades 4-6, Johnson Upper 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 32% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Johnson Upper Elementary School serves the southwest part of Westland, MI, covering an area of approximately 12.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 4.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Johnson Upper Elementary School's student population of 503 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
503 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1924
School Calendar
School Motto
Striving for excellence; learning for life.
School Rankings
Johnson Upper 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 Johnson Upper Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#1177 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
21%
18%
White
61%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnson Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Johnson Upper Elementary School is ranked #1177 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Johnson Upper Elementary School often compared to?
Johnson Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Owen Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Johnson Upper Elementary School?
503 students attend Johnson Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Johnson Upper Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Johnson Upper Elementary School?
Johnson Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Johnson Upper Elementary School offer ?
Johnson Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Johnson Upper Elementary School part of?
Johnson Upper Elementary School is part of Livonia Public Schools.
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