Serving 284 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Leonard Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59%
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69%
- Attendance Zone: Leonard Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Ovid, MI, covering approximately 152.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 15-20 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 7.8 miles and the furthest edge located 12.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Leonard Elementary School's student population of 284 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
284 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Leonard Elementary School is 0.19, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)55-59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)65-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
90%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Leonard Elementary School often compared to?
Leonard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gateway Elementary School, Ovidelsie High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
How many students attend Leonard Elementary School?
284 students attend Leonard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Leonard Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leonard Elementary School?
Leonard Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Leonard Elementary School offer ?
Leonard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leonard Elementary School part of?
Leonard Elementary School is part of Ovid-Elsie Area Schools.
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