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Haverhill Elementary School

Elementary School · Portage Public Schools

6633 HAVERHILL AVE, Portage, MI 49024

Enrollment

375

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#2,329 of 3,192

In Portage

#15 of 16

public schools

In district

#13 of 14

Portage Public Schools

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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5.3/10

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

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About Haverhill Elementary School

Haverhill Elementary School is a public elementary school in Portage, MI, part of Portage Public Schools. Haverhill Elementary School serves approximately 375 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Haverhill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,329 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Haverhill Elementary School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • MI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-9.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.1 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,805
Chronic Absenteeism21.9%

Haverhill Elementary School — Students at Haverhill Elementary School score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 50.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 60.1% (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
95%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
56%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
55%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
31.4%
ELA
47.6%

* 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: 3.6/10.

How Haverhill Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.3/10
27th percentile in MI
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.9%

Location

6633 HAVERHILL AVE, Portage, MI 49024

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Haverhill Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Moorsbridge Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is 12th Street Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Woodland Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Portage, see our Portage schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Oakland Academy Portage 0.4 mi 5.4
ST MICHAEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Portage 0.6 mi 6.4
Woodland Elementary School Portage 0.7 mi 6.8
Portage North Middle School Portage 0.9 mi 6.2
Portage Community High School Portage 0.9 mi 6.5
Amberly Elementary School Portage 0.7 mi 6.2
Portage Northern High School Portage 1.1 mi 7.6
Portage West Middle School Portage 1.1 mi 7.4
Moorsbridge Elementary School Portage 1.1 mi 7.4
Angling Road Elementary School Portage 1.7 mi 5.1
HACKETT CATHOLIC PREP Kalamazoo 1.9 mi 8.4
Portage Central Middle School Portage 1.9 mi 6.7
Portage Central High School Portage 1.9 mi 7.8
Central Elementary School Portage 2.0 mi 5.9
12th Street Elementary Portage 1.9 mi 6.9
Woods Lake ElementaryA Magnet Center For The Arts Kalamazoo 2.7 mi 5.5
Paramount Charter Academy Kalamazoo 2.6 mi 2.4
PROVIDENCE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kalamazoo 2.4 mi 6.0
WoodsEdge Learning Center Portage 2.1 mi 7.7
Kalamazoo Innovative Learning Program Kalamazoo 2.8 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 49024 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,427

Median Home Value

$248,700

Median Rent

$1,208/mo

Population

30,937

College Educated

51.4%

Homeownership

67.3%

Avg Commute

19.9 min

Poverty Rate

7.4%

Median Age

36.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Haverhill Elementary School

What grades does Haverhill Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Haverhill Elementary School?

Haverhill Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 375 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Haverhill Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Haverhill Elementary School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Haverhill Elementary School rank in MI?

Haverhill Elementary School ranks #2,329 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Haverhill Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Haverhill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Haverhill Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Haverhill Elementary School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Haverhill Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Haverhill Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

46.4% of students at Haverhill 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
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Kalamazoo County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.9%

District

Portage Public Schools
District Enrollment
8,514
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,805
District Rank
#13 of 14

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