Serving 359 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Allen 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Allen Elementary School's student population of 359 students has grown by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
359 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sun. Jun 7, 2026
School Rankings
Allen 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 Allen Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#1435 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
14%
9%
Black
10%
18%
White
67%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Southgate Community School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Allen Elementary School's ranking?
Allen Elementary School is ranked #1435 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Allen Elementary School often compared to?
Allen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arno Elementary School, Bailey Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Allen Elementary School?
359 students attend Allen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Allen Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Allen Elementary School?
Allen Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Allen Elementary School offer ?
Allen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Allen Elementary School part of?
Allen Elementary School is part of Southgate Community School District.
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