Serving 319 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Herrington 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herrington School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Herrington School's student population of 319 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
319 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Herrington 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 Herrington School is 0.41, 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
#2764 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
17%
9%
Black
75%
18%
White
3%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Pontiac City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herrington School's ranking?
Herrington School is ranked #2764 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Herrington School often compared to?
Herrington Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Owen Elementary School, Heritage Elementary School, Haviland 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 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Herrington School?
319 students attend Herrington School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Herrington School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Herrington School?
Herrington School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Herrington School offer ?
Herrington School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Herrington School part of?
Herrington School is part of Pontiac City School District.
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