Serving 287 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Vandenberg 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 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vandenberg Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Vandenberg Elementary School's student population of 287 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vandenberg Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vandenberg Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#2296 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
82%
18%
White
9%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vandenberg Elementary School's ranking?
Vandenberg Elementary School is ranked #2296 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Vandenberg Elementary School often compared to?
Vandenberg Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laurus Academy, Greenfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Vandenberg Elementary School?
287 students attend Vandenberg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Vandenberg Elementary School students are Black, 9% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vandenberg Elementary School?
Vandenberg Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Vandenberg Elementary School offer ?
Vandenberg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Vandenberg Elementary School part of?
Vandenberg Elementary School is part of Southfield Public School District.
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