Serving 530 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harveyswanson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harveyswanson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Harveyswanson Elementary School's student population of 530 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
530 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Harveyswanson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harveyswanson Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#1142 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
83%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Harveyswanson Elementary School's ranking?
Harveyswanson Elementary School is ranked #1142 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Harveyswanson Elementary School often compared to?
Harveyswanson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Simonds Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Harveyswanson Elementary School?
530 students attend Harveyswanson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Harveyswanson Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harveyswanson Elementary School?
Harveyswanson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harveyswanson Elementary School offer ?
Harveyswanson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harveyswanson Elementary School part of?
Harveyswanson Elementary School is part of Brandon School District In The Counties Of Oakland And Lapee.
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