Serving 576 students in grades Kindergarten-5, William A Pearson Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 23% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William A Pearson 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
School Overview
William A Pearson Elementary School's student population of 576 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
576 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
William A Pearson 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 William A Pearson Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#271 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
77%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
South Lyon Community Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William A Pearson Elementary School's ranking?
William A Pearson Elementary School is ranked #271 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are William A Pearson Elementary School often compared to?
William A Pearson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Farrand Elementary School, Farmington Steam Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend William A Pearson Elementary School?
576 students attend William A Pearson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of William A Pearson Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William A Pearson Elementary School?
William A Pearson Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does William A Pearson Elementary School offer ?
William A Pearson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is William A Pearson Elementary School part of?
William A Pearson Elementary School is part of South Lyon Community Schools.
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