Serving 393 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Chestnut Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chestnut Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Chestnut Hill Elementary School's student population of 393 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
393 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Knowledge, Cooperation, and Ethics.
School Rankings
Chestnut Hill 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 Chestnut Hill Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#957 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
78%
63%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Chestnut Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Chestnut Hill Elementary School is ranked #957 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Chestnut Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Chestnut Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adams Elementary School, Plymouth Elementary School, Woodcrest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Chestnut Hill Elementary School?
393 students attend Chestnut Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Chestnut Hill Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chestnut Hill Elementary School?
Chestnut Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chestnut Hill Elementary School offer ?
Chestnut Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chestnut Hill Elementary School part of?
Chestnut Hill Elementary School is part of Midland Public Schools.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
It is a quant little school on the rich side of town. A significant number of parents work for low. The diversity closely reflects the employment of Dow. Most of the children show that lack of respect associated with money. They do have some expensive parties and money requirement to be socially active.
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