Serving 382 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Highview 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to 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 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Highview Elementary School's student population of 382 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Highview 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 Highview Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#1690 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
5%
18%
White
92%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Highview Elementary School's ranking?
Highview Elementary School is ranked #1690 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?
30-34% 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 Highview Elementary School?
382 students attend Highview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Highview Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highview Elementary School?
Highview Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Highview Elementary School offer ?
Highview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Highview Elementary School part of?
Highview Elementary School is part of Crestwood School District.
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