Serving 453 students in grades 3-5, Paw Paw Later 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 37% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Paw Paw Later Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Paw Paw school district, encompassing approximately 79.3 square miles around the city of Paw Paw, MI. The typical drive to the school takes about 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 9.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paw Paw Later Elementary School's student population of 453 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
453 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
Paw Paw Later 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 Paw Paw Later Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#1120 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 22-year historical data
White
79%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paw Paw Later Elementary School's ranking?
Paw Paw Later Elementary School is ranked #1120 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Paw Paw Later Elementary School?
453 students attend Paw Paw Later Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Paw Paw Later Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paw Paw Later Elementary School?
Paw Paw Later Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Paw Paw Later Elementary School offer ?
Paw Paw Later Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Paw Paw Later Elementary School part of?
Paw Paw Later Elementary School is part of Paw Paw Public School District.
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