Houghten Elementary School serves 262 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 was higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 96% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
262 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
96%
18%
White
4%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Detroit Public Schools Community
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Houghten Elementary School?
262 students attend Houghten Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Houghten Elementary School students are Black, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Houghten Elementary School?
Houghten Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Houghten Elementary School offer ?
Houghten Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Houghten Elementary School part of?
Houghten Elementary School is part of Detroit Public Schools Community.
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