Serving 457 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Ada Vista Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ada Vista Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Ada Vista Elementary School's student population of 457 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
457 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 20, 2025
School Rankings
Ada Vista Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ada Vista Elementary School is 0.47, which is less 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
#902 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
19%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
70%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ada Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Ada Vista Elementary School is ranked #902 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Ada Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Ada Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ada Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Ada Vista Elementary School?
457 students attend Ada Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Ada Vista Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ada Vista Elementary School?
Ada Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ada Vista Elementary School offer ?
Ada Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ada Vista Elementary School part of?
Ada Vista Elementary School is part of Forest Hills School District.
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