Serving 394 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Robert B Havens Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 23% 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-5
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert B Havens 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
Robert B Havens Elementary School's student population of 394 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
394 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Robert B Havens Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert B Havens Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#271 out of 3069 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
16%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
77%
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
35%
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 Robert B Havens Elementary School's ranking?
Robert B Havens Elementary School is ranked #271 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Robert B Havens Elementary School?
394 students attend Robert B Havens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Robert B Havens Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert B Havens Elementary School?
Robert B Havens Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Robert B Havens Elementary School offer ?
Robert B Havens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert B Havens Elementary School part of?
Robert B Havens Elementary School is part of Swan Valley School District.
In what neighborhood is Robert B Havens Elementary School located?
Robert B Havens Elementary School is located in the Shields neighborhood of Saginaw, MI. There are 4 other public schools located in Shields.
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