Needs Improvement
#2942 of 3,192 schools in MI
Donelson Hills Elementary School
Elementary School · Waterford School District
2690 WEWOKA RD, Waterford, MI 48328
Enrollment
350
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
350
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,942 of 3,192
In Waterford
#19 of 19
public schools
In district
#16 of 16
Waterford School District
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Donelson Hills Elementary School
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About Donelson Hills Elementary School
Donelson Hills Elementary School is a public elementary school in Waterford, MI, part of Waterford School District. Donelson Hills Elementary School serves approximately 350 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Donelson Hills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,942 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Donelson Hills Elementary School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.6
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at Donelson Hills Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Donelson Hills Elementary School — Students at Donelson Hills Elementary School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.8/10.
How Donelson Hills Elementary School Compares
See how Donelson Hills Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2690 WEWOKA RD, Waterford, MI 48328
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Donelson Hills Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cooley Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Roosevelt Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Orchard Lake), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SAVE OUR COMMUNITY KORPORATION (rated 7.7/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Pontiac), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Waterford, see our Waterford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oakside Prep Academy Waterford | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Momentum Academy Waterford | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Virtual Learning Academy Consortium Waterford | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Waterford Mott High School Waterford | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Waterford Lifetracks Program Crary Campus Waterford | 0.9 mi | — |
| Waterford Durant High School Waterford | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Childrens Village School Pontiac | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Waterford Montessori Academy Waterford | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Alcott School Pontiac | 2.0 mi | 2.4 |
| SAVE OUR COMMUNITY KORPORATION Pontiac | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Whitman Elementary School Pontiac | 2.1 mi | 3.2 |
| Cooley Elementary School Waterford | 2.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Pontiac Academy for Excellence Pontiac | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School Orchard Lake | 3.0 mi | 7.8 |
| OUR LADY OF REFUGE SCHOOL Orchard Lake | 3.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Mason Middle School Waterford | 3.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Knudsen Elementary School Waterford | 2.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Great Lakes Academy Pontiac | 2.8 mi | 3.0 |
| Riverside Elementary School Waterford | 2.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Haviland Elementary School Waterford | 2.8 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48328 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,788
Median Home Value
$210,800
Median Rent
$1,041/mo
Population
25,409
College Educated
27.1%
Homeownership
65.9%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Median Age
42.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ann J Kellogg School Battle Creek, MI | 3.9 |
| Arcadia Elementary School Kalamazoo, MI | 3.9 |
| Elmwood Elementary School Saint Clair Shores, MI | 3.9 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Hudson, MI | 3.9 |
| Lybrook Elementary School Eau Claire, MI | 3.9 |
| Mark C Roose Elementary School Warren, MI | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Donelson Hills Elementary School
What grades does Donelson Hills Elementary School serve?
Donelson Hills Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Donelson Hills Elementary School?
Donelson Hills Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 350 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Donelson Hills Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Donelson Hills Elementary School is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Donelson Hills Elementary School rank in MI?
Donelson Hills Elementary School ranks #2,942 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Donelson Hills Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Donelson Hills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Donelson Hills Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Donelson Hills Elementary School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Donelson Hills Elementary School a charter school?
No, Donelson Hills Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Donelson Hills Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Donelson Hills Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Donelson Hills Elementary School?
81.7% of students at Donelson Hills Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 350
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Oakland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.1%
- Phone
- (248) 682-9530
Resources & Links
District
Waterford School District- District Enrollment
- 6,892
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,194
- District Rank
- #16 of 16
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