Serving 551 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Hawkins Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hawkins Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hawkins Elementary School's student population of 551 students has grown by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
551 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Rankings
Hawkins Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hawkins Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#112 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
90%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hawkins Elementary School's ranking?
Hawkins Elementary School is ranked #112 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Hawkins Elementary School often compared to?
Hawkins Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hilton Road Elementary School, Hornung Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Hawkins Elementary School?
551 students attend Hawkins Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Hawkins Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hawkins Elementary School?
Hawkins Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Hawkins Elementary School offer ?
Hawkins Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hawkins Elementary School part of?
Hawkins Elementary School is part of Brighton Area Schools.
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