Serving 273 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Lake Hills 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Lake Hills Elementary School's student population of 273 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
273 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Lake Hills 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 Lake Hills Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#84 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
7%
18%
White
75%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Buccaneers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Hills Elementary School is ranked #84 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Lake Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holmes 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 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Lake Hills Elementary School?
273 students attend Lake Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Lake Hills Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Hills Elementary School?
Lake Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lake Hills Elementary School offer ?
Lake Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Lake Hills Elementary School part of?
Lake Hills Elementary School is part of Grand Haven Area School District.
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