North Hill Elementary School

1385 Mahaffy Ave
Rochester, MI 48307
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
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Top 5%
Serving 511 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 67% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 511 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 35%
  • : Top 5% in MI
  • : 67% (Top 5%)
  • : 71% (Top 10%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

North Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

School Overview

North Hill Elementary School's student population of 511 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
511 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026

School Rankings

North Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Hill Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#142 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
67%
35%
71%
45%
65-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
15%
4%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
65%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.55
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is North Hill Elementary School's ranking?
North Hill Elementary School is ranked #142 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are North Hill Elementary School often compared to?
North Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Long Meadow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend North Hill Elementary School?
511 students attend North Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of North Hill Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Hill Elementary School?
North Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Hill Elementary School offer ?
North Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Hill Elementary School part of?
North Hill Elementary School is part of Rochester Community School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 511 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 35%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 67% (Top 5%)
  • : 71% (Top 10%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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