Serving 42 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Powell Twp Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 42 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Powell Twp Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Powell Twp Elementary School's student population of 42 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
42 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Powell Twp Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Powell Twp Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#2025 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
14%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
86%
64%
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%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
29%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Powell Twp Elementary School's ranking?
Powell Twp Elementary School is ranked #2025 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Powell Twp Elementary School?
42 students attend Powell Twp Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Powell Twp Elementary School students are White, and 14% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Powell Twp Elementary School?
Powell Twp Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Powell Twp Elementary School offer ?
Powell Twp Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Powell Twp Elementary School part of?
Powell Twp Elementary School is part of Powell Township Schools School District.
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