Serving 319 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rawsonville 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rawsonville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Rawsonville Elementary School's student population of 319 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
319 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Rawsonville 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 Rawsonville Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#2514 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
49%
18%
White
38%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
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 Rawsonville Elementary School's ranking?
Rawsonville Elementary School is ranked #2514 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Rawsonville Elementary School?
319 students attend Rawsonville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Rawsonville Elementary School students are Black, 38% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rawsonville Elementary School?
Rawsonville Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rawsonville Elementary School offer ?
Rawsonville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rawsonville Elementary School part of?
Rawsonville Elementary School is part of Van Buren School District.
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