Serving 397 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, University Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
University Hills Elementary School's student population of 397 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
397 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
University Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University Hills Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#115 out of 3069 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
22%
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
65%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University Hills Elementary School's ranking?
University Hills Elementary School is ranked #115 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are University Hills Elementary School often compared to?
University Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Musson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend University Hills Elementary School?
397 students attend University Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of University Hills Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of University Hills Elementary School?
University Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does University Hills Elementary School offer ?
University Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is University Hills Elementary School part of?
University Hills Elementary School is part of Rochester Community School District.
In what neighborhood is University Hills Elementary School located?
University Hills Elementary School is located in the University Hills neighborhood of Rochester, MI.
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