Serving 230 students in grades Prekindergarten-1, Ottawa Elementary 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 33% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Math Proficiency: 33%
- Reading Proficiency: 37%
- Attendance Zone: Ottawa Elementary School serves the northeast part of Buchanan, MI, covering an area of approximately 51.2 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 5.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ottawa Elementary School's student population of 230 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
230 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
School Motto
Nurturing hearts, Developing minds, Inspiring dreams.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ottawa Elementary School is 0.27, 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)33%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)37%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MI state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
How many students attend Ottawa Elementary School?
230 students attend Ottawa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Ottawa Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ottawa Elementary School?
Ottawa Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ottawa Elementary School offer ?
Ottawa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ottawa Elementary School part of?
Ottawa Elementary School is part of Buchanan Community Schools.
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