Serving 272 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lewton 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Lewton School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Lansing, MI, encompassing an area of approximately 51.6 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being 4.6 miles and the furthest edge located 9.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lewton School's student population of 272 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
272 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Lewton 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 Lewton School is 0.56, 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
#2215 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
63%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)80.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-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 Lewton School's ranking?
Lewton School is ranked #2215 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Lewton School often compared to?
Lewton Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alward Elementary School, Post Oak School, Forest Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Lewton School?
272 students attend Lewton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Lewton School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lewton School?
Lewton School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lewton School offer ?
Lewton School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lewton School part of?
Lewton School is part of Lansing Public School District.
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