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Jeffers Elementary School in Spring Lake, Michigan, has been recognized as one of the top 50 elementary schools in the state for 2024 by U.S. News & World Report. The rankings, based on student proficiency in math and language arts assessments, highlight schools that excel in academic performance. The comprehensive evaluation considers factors such as student demographics, teacher ratios, and socioeconomic status. The prestigious list emphasizes the commitment of these institutions to provide quality education amidst various regional representations.
Spring Lake, Michigan – Jeffers Elementary School has been recognized as one of the top 50 elementary schools in Michigan for 2024, according to the latest rankings by U.S. News & World Report. The rankings were publicly disclosed on November 13, 2023, highlighting schools that excelled based on students’ proficiency in state math and language arts assessments.
The ranking criteria focus primarily on student performance, specifically the percentage of students scoring proficient or higher on standardized tests. Furthermore, schools were evaluated considering socioeconomic factors and essential metrics such as student-teacher ratios, contributing to a comprehensive view of each school’s learning environment.
The list of the top 50 schools is heavily influenced by the population density of various regions in Michigan. The most extensive representation comes from Oakland County, which boasts 11 ranked institutions. Following closely is Wayne County with nine schools, Kent County with eight, Ottawa County with seven, and Washtenaw County with six schools included in the list.
Among the ranked elementary schools, a variety of student demographics and school sizes are represented. For instance, Lewis Maire Elementary School located in Grosse Pointe, Wayne County, ranks at number 50, with 234 students and a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. On the other end of the spectrum, the top-ranked institution, Gallimore Elementary School from Plymouth-Canton Community Schools in Wayne County, has 319 students and maintains a more favorable ratio of 14:1.
The full list features a range of schools from different districts, emphasizing their commitment to academic excellence:
- 50. Lewis Maire Elementary School, Grosse Pointe Public Schools, Wayne County – K-4, 234 students, 16:1 ratio
- 49. Dorr School, Wayland Union Schools, Allegan County – PK-5, 343 students, 16:1 ratio
- 48. Weidman Elementary School, Chippewa Hills School District, Isabella County – PK-4, 263 students, 15:1 ratio
- 47. Plymouth Scholars Charter Academy, Wayne County – K-8, 793 students, 21:1 ratio
- 46. Parkview Elementary School, Novi Community School District, Oakland County – K-4, 505 students, 17:1 ratio
- 45. Park Elementary School, Hudsonville Public School District, Ottawa County – K-5, 379 students, 16:1 ratio
- 44. South Arbor Charter Academy, Washtenaw County – K-8, 801 students, 20:1 ratio
- 43. Thornapple Elementary School, Forest Hills Public Schools, Kent County – PK-4, 395 students, 18:1 ratio
- 42. Hamilton Elementary School, Troy School District, Oakland County – K-5, 436 students, 16:1 ratio
- 41. Winn Elementary School, Shepherd Public Schools, Isabella County – K-5, 112 students, 16:1 ratio
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- 3. Crestwood Accelerated Program, Crestwood School District, Wayne County – K-4, 30 students, 14:1 ratio
- 2. Webster Elementary School, Livonia Public Schools, Wayne County – 1-6, 282 students, 18:1 ratio
- 1. Gallimore Elementary School, Plymouth-Canton Community Schools, Wayne County – PK-5, 319 students, 14:1 ratio
This annual assessment of elementary schools is part of a broader initiative by U.S. News & World Report, which also evaluates middle and high schools throughout the United States. The methodology employed ensures that the rankings provide a valuable insight into the educational landscape of Michigan, offering a resource for parents and educators seeking high-quality educational opportunities for their children.
As the education sector continues to evolve, these rankings serve as a tool for stakeholders to identify schools that demonstrate excellence in academic achievement and overall student support.
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