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Eureka Heights Elementary School

Elementary School · Taylor School District

25125 EUREKA RD, Taylor, MI 48180

Enrollment

248

Student-Teacher

17.7:1

Score

3.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#3,067 of 3,192

In Taylor

#11 of 16

public schools

In district

#7 of 12

Taylor School District

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Eureka Heights Elementary School

3.3/10

Elementary School in Taylor · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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2.8/10

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About Eureka Heights Elementary School

Eureka Heights Elementary School is a public elementary school in Taylor, MI, part of Taylor School District. Eureka Heights Elementary School serves approximately 248 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Eureka Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,067 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Eureka Heights Elementary School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 3.4
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

59% of students at Eureka Heights 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.64 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency15.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-30 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-26.4 pts
Overall Proficiency14% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)17% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,580
Chronic Absenteeism58.5%

Eureka Heights Elementary School — Students at Eureka Heights Elementary School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

92.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 30.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 32.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
43.1% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
27%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2022
Math
11.7%
ELA
15%

* 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: 2.3/10.

How Eureka Heights Elementary School Compares

See how Eureka Heights Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.3/10
4th percentile in MI
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
92%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
58.5%

Location

25125 EUREKA RD, Taylor, MI 48180

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Eureka Heights Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. North Pointe Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Southgate), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gudith Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Brownstown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bates Elementary School (rated 5.3/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Woodhaven), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Taylor, see our Taylor schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Myers Elementary School Taylor 1.2 mi 2.8
Trillium Academy Taylor 1.5 mi 6.3
Taylor High School Taylor 2.0 mi 6.6
Taylor Virtual Learning Academy Taylor 2.0 mi 4.3
Bernice McDowell Elem School Taylor 2.0 mi 3.2
OAKWOOD ACADEMY Taylor 2.3 mi
Taylor Exemplar Academy Taylor 2.3 mi 5.2
Gudith Elementary School Brownstown 2.2 mi 7.0
Holland Elementary School Taylor 2.6 mi 2.9
Hale Creek Elementary School Romulus 2.1 mi 4.0
Taylor Preparatory High School Taylor 3.0 mi 6.2
Brownstown Middle School Romulus 2.8 mi 5.9
Kinyon Elementary School Taylor 2.9 mi 4.1
Robert J West Middle School Taylor 3.0 mi 5.4
Summit Academy North Elementary School Romulus 2.9 mi 2.6
Summit Academy North High School Romulus 2.9 mi 6.6
Summit Academy North Middle School Romulus 2.9 mi 3.6
Clarence Randall Elem School Taylor 3.5 mi 2.9
Bates Elementary School Woodhaven 4.1 mi 5.3
North Pointe Elementary Southgate 3.5 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48180 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,537

Median Home Value

$141,200

Median Rent

$1,036/mo

Population

62,405

College Educated

15.8%

Homeownership

65.8%

Avg Commute

21.9 min

Poverty Rate

16.7%

Median Age

38.3

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Taylor Parks Elementary School Taylor, MI 3.3
Bernice McDowell Elem School Taylor, MI 3.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Eureka Heights Elementary School

What grades does Eureka Heights Elementary School serve?

Eureka Heights Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Eureka Heights Elementary School?

Eureka Heights Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 248 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Eureka Heights Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Eureka Heights Elementary School is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Eureka Heights Elementary School rank in MI?

Eureka Heights Elementary School ranks #3,067 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Eureka Heights Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Eureka Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Eureka Heights Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Eureka Heights Elementary School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Eureka Heights Elementary School a charter school?

No, Eureka Heights Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Eureka Heights Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Eureka Heights Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Eureka Heights Elementary School?

92.3% of students at Eureka Heights 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
46 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
248
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Free/Reduced Lunch
92.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Wayne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
58.5%

District

Taylor School District
District Enrollment
5,614
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,580
District Rank
#7 of 12

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