Serving 358 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hunt 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hunt Elementary School's student population of 358 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Motto
Where Community Comes Together
School Rankings
Hunt 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 Hunt Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#2455 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
31%
18%
White
31%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
25%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Jackson Public Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Viking
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hunt Elementary School's ranking?
Hunt Elementary School is ranked #2455 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Hunt Elementary School often compared to?
Hunt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cascades Elementary School, Townsend Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Hunt Elementary School?
358 students attend Hunt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Hunt Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 25% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hunt Elementary School?
Hunt Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hunt Elementary School offer ?
Hunt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hunt Elementary School part of?
Hunt Elementary School is part of Jackson Public Schools.
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