Serving 394 students in grades Kindergarten-5, South 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 65% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South 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
South Elementary School's student population of 394 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
394 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South 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 South Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#267 out of 3069 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
82%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Elementary School's ranking?
South Elementary School is ranked #267 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are South Elementary School often compared to?
South Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jamestown Upper Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend South Elementary School?
394 students attend South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of South Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Elementary School?
South Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Elementary School offer ?
South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Elementary School part of?
South Elementary School is part of Hudsonville Public School District.
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