Serving 544 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Kingsley Area Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 51% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kingsley Area Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Kingsley Area Elementary School's student population of 544 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
544 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kingsley Area Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kingsley Area Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#601 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
96%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
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 Kingsley Area Elementary School's ranking?
Kingsley Area Elementary School is ranked #601 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Kingsley Area Elementary School often compared to?
Kingsley Area Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grand Traverse Academy, Buckley Community Schools by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Kingsley Area Elementary School?
544 students attend Kingsley Area Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Kingsley Area Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kingsley Area Elementary School?
Kingsley Area Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kingsley Area Elementary School offer ?
Kingsley Area Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Kingsley Area Elementary School part of?
Kingsley Area Elementary School is part of Kingsley Area Schools School District.
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