Serving 276 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Traverse Heights Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Traverse Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Traverse Heights Elementary School's student population of 276 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
276 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Traverse Heights 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 Traverse Heights Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#2485 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
9%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
16%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
66%
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
74%
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 Traverse Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Traverse Heights Elementary School is ranked #2485 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Traverse Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Traverse Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westwoods Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Traverse Heights Elementary School?
276 students attend Traverse Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Traverse Heights Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Traverse Heights Elementary School?
Traverse Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Traverse Heights Elementary School offer ?
Traverse Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Traverse Heights Elementary School part of?
Traverse Heights Elementary School is part of Traverse City Area School District.
School Reviews
5 2/9/2024
My two children have attended Traverse Heights Elementary for a combined total of 7 years. This school has a friendly, neighborly, and community feel. I love the family events and the teachers have been phenomenal. Both of my students have had IEPs''s for Speech and the extra support has allowed my children to stay on track for grade level or above.
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