Serving 494 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tonda Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tonda Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Tonda Elementary School's student population of 494 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
494 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Tonda Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tonda Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#142 out of 3069 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
82%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Tonda Elementary School's ranking?
Tonda Elementary School is ranked #142 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Tonda Elementary School often compared to?
Tonda Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hulsing Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Tonda Elementary School?
494 students attend Tonda Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Tonda Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tonda Elementary School?
Tonda Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tonda Elementary School offer ?
Tonda Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tonda Elementary School part of?
Tonda Elementary School is part of Plymouth-Canton Community Schools School District.
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