Serving 83 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jia Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 83 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Jia Elementary School's student population of 83 students has declined by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
83 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Jia Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jia Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#350 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
75%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Jenison School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jia Elementary School's ranking?
Jia Elementary School is ranked #350 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Jia Elementary School?
83 students attend Jia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Jia Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jia Elementary School?
Jia Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Jia Elementary School offer ?
Jia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Jia Elementary School part of?
Jia Elementary School is part of Jenison School District.
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