Serving 164 students in grades 3-4, Herrick Park Intermediate 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 164 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herrick Park Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Herrick Park Intermediate School's student population of 164 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
Total Students
164 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Herrick Park Intermediate 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 Herrick Park Intermediate School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#985 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
84%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herrick Park Intermediate School's ranking?
Herrick Park Intermediate School is ranked #985 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Herrick Park Intermediate School?
164 students attend Herrick Park Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Herrick Park Intermediate School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Herrick Park Intermediate School?
Herrick Park Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Herrick Park Intermediate School offer ?
Herrick Park Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-4
What school district is Herrick Park Intermediate School part of?
Herrick Park Intermediate School is part of Tecumseh School District.
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