Serving 655 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kingsley Area Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 655 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kingsley Area Elementary School's student population of 655 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
655 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Kingsley Area Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kingsley Area Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#877 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
97%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Stags
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kingsley Area Elementary School's ranking?
Kingsley Area Elementary School is ranked #877 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Kingsley Area Elementary School often compared to?
Kingsley Area Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grand Traverse Academy, Buckley Community Schools by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Kingsley Area Elementary School?
655 students attend Kingsley Area Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Kingsley Area Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kingsley Area Elementary School?
Kingsley Area Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kingsley Area Elementary School offer ?
Kingsley Area Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kingsley Area Elementary School part of?
Kingsley Area Elementary School is part of Kingsley Area Schools.
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