Serving 291 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Auburn 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Auburn Elementary School's student population of 291 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
291 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1992
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 15, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Auburn Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Auburn Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#2751 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
21%
9%
Black
40%
18%
White
32%
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
66%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Yellow Jackets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Auburn Elementary School's ranking?
Auburn Elementary School is ranked #2751 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Auburn Elementary School often compared to?
Auburn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deerfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Auburn Elementary School?
291 students attend Auburn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Auburn Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Auburn Elementary School?
Auburn Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Auburn Elementary School offer ?
Auburn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Auburn Elementary School part of?
Auburn Elementary School is part of Avondale School District.
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