Serving 249 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Prairieview 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 20-24% (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 11:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairieview School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Prairieview School's student population of 249 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
249 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1921
School Calendar
School Rankings
Prairieview 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 Prairieview School is 0.76, which is more 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
#2366 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
4%
Hispanic
16%
9%
Black
16%
18%
White
38%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Lakeview Sch. District (Calhoun)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Sparty
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairieview School's ranking?
Prairieview School is ranked #2366 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Prairieview School often compared to?
Prairieview Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sonoma Elementary School, Pennfield Purdy School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% 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 Prairieview School?
249 students attend Prairieview School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Prairieview School students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 11% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairieview School?
Prairieview School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Prairieview School offer ?
Prairieview School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Prairieview School part of?
Prairieview School is part of Lakeview Sch. District (Calhoun).
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