Serving 406 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, East Jordan Elementary School ranks in the top 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 39% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher 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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Jordan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
East Jordan Elementary School's student population of 406 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
406 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Jordan Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Jordan Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#1355 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
86%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
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 East Jordan Elementary School's ranking?
East Jordan Elementary School is ranked #1355 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are East Jordan Elementary School often compared to?
East Jordan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charlevoix Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend East Jordan Elementary School?
406 students attend East Jordan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of East Jordan Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Jordan Elementary School?
East Jordan Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Jordan Elementary School offer ?
East Jordan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is East Jordan Elementary School part of?
East Jordan Elementary School is part of East Jordan School District.
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