Serving 571 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Long Meadow Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 60% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Long Meadow 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
School Overview
Long Meadow Elementary School's student population of 571 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
571 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Long Meadow 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 Long Meadow Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#319 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
4%
18%
White
75%
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
14%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Long Meadow Elementary School's ranking?
Long Meadow Elementary School is ranked #319 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Long Meadow Elementary School often compared to?
Long Meadow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Long Meadow Elementary School?
571 students attend Long Meadow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Long Meadow Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Long Meadow Elementary School?
Long Meadow Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Long Meadow Elementary School offer ?
Long Meadow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Long Meadow Elementary School part of?
Long Meadow Elementary School is part of Rochester Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Long Meadow Elementary School located?
Long Meadow Elementary School is located in the Valley Stream neighborhood of Rochester, MI.
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