Serving 163 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pittsford Area 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pittsford Area Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Pittsford school district, encompassing approximately 79.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of about 5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.3 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pittsford Area Elementary School's student population of 163 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
163 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Emphasizing Education For Over 150 Years
School Rankings
Pittsford Area Elementary 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 Pittsford Area Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#2438 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
94%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsford Area Elementary School's ranking?
Pittsford Area Elementary School is ranked #2438 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Pittsford Area Elementary School?
163 students attend Pittsford Area Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Pittsford Area Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pittsford Area Elementary School?
Pittsford Area Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Pittsford Area Elementary School offer ?
Pittsford Area Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pittsford Area Elementary School part of?
Pittsford Area Elementary School is part of Pittsford Area Schools.
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