Serving 53 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jia Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 53 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Jia Elementary School's student population of 53 students has declined by 69% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
53 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jia Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jia Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#195 out of 3069 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
17%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
77%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Jia Elementary School's ranking?
Jia Elementary School is ranked #195 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Jia Elementary School?
53 students attend Jia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Jia Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jia Elementary School?
Jia Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jia Elementary School offer ?
Jia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jia Elementary School part of?
Jia Elementary School is part of Jenison School District.
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