Serving 425 students in grades 4-6, Leota Fiedler 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 27% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Leota Fiedler Elementary School's student population of 425 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
425 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Where Pride, Tradition, and Excellence Meet
School Rankings
Leota Fiedler 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 Leota Fiedler Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#1839 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
8%
18%
White
71%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leota Fiedler Elementary School's ranking?
Leota Fiedler Elementary School is ranked #1839 out of 3,025 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Leota Fiedler Elementary School?
425 students attend Leota Fiedler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Leota Fiedler Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leota Fiedler Elementary School?
Leota Fiedler Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Leota Fiedler Elementary School offer ?
Leota Fiedler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leota Fiedler Elementary School part of?
Leota Fiedler Elementary School is part of Kearsley Community School District.
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