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Simonds Elementary School

30000 Rose St
Madison Heights, MI 48071
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 248 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Simonds Elementary School ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 248 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 31%
  • : Top 50% in MI
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Simonds Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Simonds Elementary School's student population of 248 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
248 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers

School Rankings

Simonds 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 Simonds Elementary School is 0.50, 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.
This School
State Level (MI)
#1153 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
25-29%
35%
55-59%
45%
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
13%
18%
White
69%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.50
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Simonds Elementary School's ranking?
Simonds Elementary School is ranked #1153 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Simonds Elementary School often compared to?
Simonds Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harveyswanson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Simonds Elementary School?
248 students attend Simonds Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Simonds Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Simonds Elementary School?
Simonds Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Simonds Elementary School offer ?
Simonds Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Simonds Elementary School part of?
Simonds Elementary School is part of Lamphere School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 248 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 31%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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