Serving 489 students in grades 4-6, Johnson Upper 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 32% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 489 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Johnson Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Johnson Upper Elementary School's student population of 489 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
489 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Johnson Upper 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 Johnson Upper Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#1241 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
19%
18%
White
65%
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
40%
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 Johnson Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Johnson Upper Elementary School is ranked #1241 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Johnson Upper Elementary School often compared to?
Johnson Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Owen Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Johnson Upper Elementary School?
489 students attend Johnson Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Johnson Upper Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Johnson Upper Elementary School?
Johnson Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Johnson Upper Elementary School offer ?
Johnson Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Johnson Upper Elementary School part of?
Johnson Upper Elementary School is part of Livonia Public Schools School District.
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