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#1950 of 3,192 schools in MI
Houghton Elementary School
Elementary School · Waterford School District
8080 ELIZABETH LAKE RD, White Lake, MI 48386
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,950 of 3,192
In White Lake
#5 of 7
public schools
In district
#7 of 16
Waterford School District
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Houghton Elementary School
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About Houghton Elementary School
Houghton Elementary School is a public elementary school in White Lake, MI, part of Waterford School District. Houghton Elementary School serves approximately 258 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Houghton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,950 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Houghton Elementary School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- MI avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Houghton Elementary School — Students at Houghton Elementary School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55.4%
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: 5.1/10.
How Houghton Elementary School Compares
See how Houghton Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8080 ELIZABETH LAKE RD, White Lake, MI 48386
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Houghton Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Commerce Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Commerce Township), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gretchko Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby West Bloomfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dublin Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in White Lake, see our White Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48386 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,805
Median Home Value
$295,000
Median Rent
$1,480/mo
Population
17,860
College Educated
33.5%
Homeownership
82.5%
Avg Commute
31.5 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
46.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Houghton Elementary School
What grades does Houghton Elementary School serve?
Houghton Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Houghton Elementary School?
Houghton Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 258 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Houghton Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Houghton Elementary School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Houghton Elementary School rank in MI?
Houghton Elementary School ranks #1,950 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Houghton Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Houghton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Houghton Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Houghton Elementary School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Houghton Elementary School a charter school?
No, Houghton Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Houghton Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Houghton Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Houghton Elementary School?
55.4% of students at Houghton 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 258
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Oakland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.4%
- Phone
- (248) 698-9230
Resources & Links
District
Waterford School District- District Enrollment
- 6,892
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,194
- District Rank
- #7 of 16
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