Serving 287 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Star 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Star Elementary School serves the entire Hastings, MI district, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 168.3 square miles, with typical drive times of 15-20 minutes to the school and a maximum distance of 16 miles to the zone's furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Star Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Star Elementary School's student population of 287 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
287 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Star 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 Star Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#959 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
91%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Star Elementary School's ranking?
Star Elementary School is ranked #959 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Star Elementary School often compared to?
Star Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School, Northeastern Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Star Elementary School?
287 students attend Star Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Star Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Star Elementary School?
Star Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Star Elementary School offer ?
Star Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Star Elementary School part of?
Star Elementary School is part of Hastings Area School District.
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