Serving 237 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Palms 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 237 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palms Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Palms Elementary School's student population of 237 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
237 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Palms 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 Palms Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#1144 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
98%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
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 Palms Elementary School's ranking?
Palms Elementary School is ranked #1144 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Palms Elementary School often compared to?
Palms Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belle River Elementary School, Pine River Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Palms Elementary School?
237 students attend Palms Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Palms Elementary School students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palms Elementary School?
Palms Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Palms Elementary School offer ?
Palms Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Palms Elementary School part of?
Palms Elementary School is part of East China School District.
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