Serving 240 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Henry Niedermeier Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Henry Niedermeier Elementary School's student population of 240 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
240 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Henry Niedermeier Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henry Niedermeier Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#1558 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
87%
63%
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
57%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Henry Niedermeier Elementary School's ranking?
Henry Niedermeier Elementary School is ranked #1558 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Henry Niedermeier Elementary School?
240 students attend Henry Niedermeier Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Henry Niedermeier Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henry Niedermeier Elementary School?
Henry Niedermeier Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Henry Niedermeier Elementary School offer ?
Henry Niedermeier Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Henry Niedermeier Elementary School part of?
Henry Niedermeier Elementary School is part of Airport Community Schools School District.
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