Serving 247 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Prairieview 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairieview School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Prairieview School's student population of 247 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1921
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Mascot
Sparty
School Rankings
Prairieview 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 Prairieview School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2366 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
4%
Hispanic
17%
9%
Black
13%
18%
White
42%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Sparty
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairieview School's ranking?
Prairieview School is ranked #2366 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Prairieview School often compared to?
Prairieview Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sonoma Elementary School, Pennfield Purdy 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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Prairieview School?
247 students attend Prairieview School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Prairieview School students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, and 10% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prairieview School?
Prairieview School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Prairieview School offer ?
Prairieview School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Prairieview School part of?
Prairieview School is part of Lakeview Sch. District (Calhoun) School District.
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