Serving 670 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ojibwa Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher 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 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 670 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ojibwa Elementary School's student population of 670 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
670 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ojibwa 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 Ojibwa Elementary School is 0.55, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1171 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
14%
18%
White
65%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
49%
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 Ojibwa Elementary School's ranking?
Ojibwa Elementary School is ranked #1171 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Ojibwa Elementary School often compared to?
Ojibwa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shawnee Elementary School, Cheyenne Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Ojibwa Elementary School?
670 students attend Ojibwa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Ojibwa Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ojibwa Elementary School?
Ojibwa Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ojibwa Elementary School offer ?
Ojibwa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ojibwa Elementary School part of?
Ojibwa Elementary School is part of Chippewa Valley Schools School District.
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