Excellent
#143 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 4% in state
Honey Creek Community School
Elementary School · Honey Creek Community School
1735 S WAGNER RD, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#143 of 3,192
In Ann Arbor
#11 of 37
public schools
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Honey Creek Community School
Honey Creek Community School is a public elementary school in Ann Arbor, MI, part of Honey Creek Community School. Honey Creek Community School serves approximately 249 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Honey Creek Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #143 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Honey Creek Community School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Honey Creek Community School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Honey Creek Community School — Students at Honey Creek Community School score 64% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
15.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 40 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: 8.2/10.
How Honey Creek Community School Compares
See how Honey Creek Community School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1735 S WAGNER RD, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Honey Creek Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wines Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Eberwhite School (rated 8.7/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Bach Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Ann Arbor, see our Ann Arbor schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| High Point School Ann Arbor | 0.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Young Adult Programs Ann Arbor | 0.0 mi | — |
| LocalBased SpecEd Programs Ann Arbor | 0.0 mi | — |
| Washtenaw Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program Ann Arbor | 0.0 mi | — |
| Lakewood Elementary School Ann Arbor | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Dicken Elementary School Ann Arbor | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| VERITAS CHRISTI CATHOLIC H.S. Ann Arbor | 1.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Uriah H Lawton School Ann Arbor | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Eberwhite School Ann Arbor | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Abbot School Ann Arbor | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Haisley Elementary School Ann Arbor | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Slauson Middle School Ann Arbor | 2.2 mi | 8.3 |
| EMERSON SCHOOL Ann Arbor | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Pioneer High School Ann Arbor | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Bach Elementary School Ann Arbor | 2.3 mi | 8.7 |
| CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ANN ARBOR Ann Arbor | 2.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Ann Arbor Open at Mack School Ann Arbor | 2.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Forsythe Middle School Ann Arbor | 2.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Wines Elementary School Ann Arbor | 2.9 mi | 9.1 |
| Skyline High School Ann Arbor | 3.1 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,513
Median Home Value
$455,100
Median Rent
$1,760/mo
Population
54,635
College Educated
74.9%
Homeownership
66.2%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
40.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Congress Elementary Grand Rapids, MI | 8.5 |
| Glencairn School East Lansing, MI | 8.5 |
| Loren Eyler Elementary School Carleton, MI | 8.5 |
| Mill Creek Elementary School Williamsburg, MI | 8.5 |
| Riverside Intermediate School Manchester, MI | 8.5 |
| Riverview Elementary School Big Rapids, MI | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Honey Creek Community School
What grades does Honey Creek Community School serve?
Honey Creek Community School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Honey Creek Community School?
Honey Creek Community School has an enrollment of approximately 249 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Honey Creek Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Honey Creek Community School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Honey Creek Community School rank in MI?
Honey Creek Community School ranks #143 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Honey Creek Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Honey Creek Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Honey Creek Community School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Honey Creek Community School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Honey Creek Community School a charter school?
Yes, Honey Creek Community School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Honey Creek Community School a Title I school?
No, Honey Creek Community School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Honey Creek Community School?
15.3% of students at Honey Creek Community 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 249
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 15.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Washtenaw County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.9%
- Phone
- (734) 994-2636
Resources & Links
District
Honey Creek Community School- District Enrollment
- 249
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,518
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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