Serving 433 students in grades 1-5, Arrowwood 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 20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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 57% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arrowwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Arrowwood Elementary School's student population of 433 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
433 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arrowwood 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 Arrowwood Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#2163 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
24%
9%
Black
24%
18%
White
43%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arrowwood Elementary School's ranking?
Arrowwood Elementary School is ranked #2163 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Arrowwood Elementary School often compared to?
Arrowwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Merrill Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Arrowwood Elementary School?
433 students attend Arrowwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Arrowwood Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arrowwood Elementary School?
Arrowwood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Arrowwood Elementary School offer ?
Arrowwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Arrowwood Elementary School part of?
Arrowwood Elementary School is part of Saginaw Township Community Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Arrowwood Elementary School located?
Arrowwood Elementary School is located in the Saginaw Township South neighborhood of Saginaw, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Saginaw Township South.
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