Serving 228 students in grades Prekindergarten-1, Ottawa Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Math Proficiency: 33%
- Reading Proficiency: 37%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ottawa Elementary School's student population of 228 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
228 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ottawa Elementary School is 0.27, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)33%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)37%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
85%
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
58%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MI state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
How many students attend Ottawa Elementary School?
228 students attend Ottawa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Ottawa Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ottawa Elementary School?
Ottawa Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ottawa Elementary School offer ?
Ottawa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ottawa Elementary School part of?
Ottawa Elementary School is part of Buchanan Community Schools School District.
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