Serving 558 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Hornung Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 558 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hornung Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hornung Elementary School's student population of 558 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
558 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Hornung Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hornung Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#104 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
94%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Brighton Area Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hornung Elementary School's ranking?
Hornung Elementary School is ranked #104 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Hornung Elementary School often compared to?
Hornung Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hilton Road Elementary School, Spencer Road Elementary School, Hawkins Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Hornung Elementary School?
558 students attend Hornung Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Hornung Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hornung Elementary School?
Hornung Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Hornung Elementary School offer ?
Hornung Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hornung Elementary School part of?
Hornung Elementary School is part of Brighton Area Schools.
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