Serving 286 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Whitehills 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whitehills 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
Whitehills Elementary School's student population of 286 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
286 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Colors
Blue and White
School Calendar
School Rankings
Whitehills Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whitehills Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#229 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
11%
18%
White
64%
63%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whitehills Elementary School's ranking?
Whitehills Elementary School is ranked #229 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Whitehills Elementary School often compared to?
Whitehills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert L Green Elementary School, Glencairn School, Donley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Whitehills Elementary School?
286 students attend Whitehills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Whitehills Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whitehills Elementary School?
Whitehills Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Whitehills Elementary School offer ?
Whitehills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Whitehills Elementary School part of?
Whitehills Elementary School is part of East Lansing School District.
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