Serving 753 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Three Fires 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 36% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower 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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 753 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Three Fires Elementary serves the southeastern part of Howell, MI, covering an area of approximately 16.1 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Three Fires Elementary School's student population of 753 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
753 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Three Fires 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 Three Fires Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#1454 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
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 36-year historical data
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
89%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-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 Three Fires Elementary School's ranking?
Three Fires Elementary School is ranked #1454 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Three Fires Elementary School often compared to?
Three Fires Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hartland Lakes Elementary School, Hilton Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Three Fires Elementary School?
753 students attend Three Fires Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Three Fires Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Three Fires Elementary School?
Three Fires Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Three Fires Elementary School offer ?
Three Fires Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Three Fires Elementary School part of?
Three Fires Elementary School is part of Howell School District.
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