Serving 506 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Thurston Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher 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 55% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thurston Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Thurston Elementary School's student population of 506 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
506 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1964
School Rankings
Thurston Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thurston Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#273 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
28%
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
9%
18%
White
45%
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
15%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Ann Arbor School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thurston Elementary School's ranking?
Thurston Elementary School is ranked #273 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Thurston Elementary School often compared to?
Thurston Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Martin Luther King Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Thurston Elementary School?
506 students attend Thurston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Thurston Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thurston Elementary School?
Thurston Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Thurston Elementary School offer ?
Thurston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thurston Elementary School part of?
Thurston Elementary School is part of Ann Arbor School District.
In what neighborhood is Thurston Elementary School located?
Thurston Elementary School is located in the Thurston neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Thurston.
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