Serving 400 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Leonard Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (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 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leonard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Leonard Elementary School's student population of 400 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
400 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Leonard Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leonard Elementary School is 0.63, which is more 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
#144 out of 3069 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
40%
3%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
4%
18%
White
46%
64%
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
11%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leonard Elementary School's ranking?
Leonard Elementary School is ranked #144 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Leonard Elementary School often compared to?
Leonard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wattles Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Leonard Elementary School?
400 students attend Leonard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Leonard Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leonard Elementary School?
Leonard Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Leonard Elementary School offer ?
Leonard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Leonard Elementary School part of?
Leonard Elementary School is part of Troy School District.
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