Serving 635 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ojibwa Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 635 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ojibwa Elementary School's student population of 635 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
635 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Ojibwa Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ojibwa Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1130 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
13%
18%
White
66%
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
43%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ojibwa Elementary School's ranking?
Ojibwa Elementary School is ranked #1130 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Ojibwa Elementary School often compared to?
Ojibwa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shawnee Elementary School, Cheyenne Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Ojibwa Elementary School?
635 students attend Ojibwa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Ojibwa Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ojibwa Elementary School?
Ojibwa Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ojibwa Elementary School offer ?
Ojibwa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ojibwa Elementary School part of?
Ojibwa Elementary School is part of Chippewa Valley Schools School District.
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