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Ja Lanigan Elementary School

Elementary School · Farmington Public School District

23800 TUCK RD, Farmington Hills, MI 48336

Enrollment

487

Student-Teacher

18:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,526 of 3,192

In Farmington Hills

#11 of 13

public schools

In district

#13 of 16

Farmington Public School District

Equity

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Ja Lanigan Elementary School

6.4/10

Elementary School in Farmington Hills · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Ja Lanigan Elementary School

Ja Lanigan Elementary School is a public elementary school in Farmington Hills, MI, part of Farmington Public School District. Ja Lanigan Elementary School serves approximately 487 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Ja Lanigan Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,526 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Ja Lanigan Elementary School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • MI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.08 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-1.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.9 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,893
Chronic Absenteeism28.3%

Ja Lanigan Elementary School — Students at Ja Lanigan Elementary School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

53.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 45.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 55.9% (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
88%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
40%
ELA
70%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
34%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
40.4%
ELA
46.9%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How Ja Lanigan Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
52th percentile in MI
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
53%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.3%

Location

23800 TUCK RD, Farmington Hills, MI 48336

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ja Lanigan Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Webster Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Livonia), which scores notably higher. Another option is NW Wayne Trainable Center (rated 9.1/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Livonia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Farmington STEAM Academy (rated 9.0/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Farmington Hills, see our Farmington Hills schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
COUNTRY HILLS MONTESSORI Farmington Hills 0.7 mi
East Middle School Farmington Hills 0.9 mi 6.4
Farmington High School Farmington 0.8 mi 8.6
MERCY HIGH SCHOOL Farmington Hills 1.4 mi 6.1
CHILDRENS PLACE MONTESSORI Farmington Hills 1.4 mi
Beechview Elementary School Farmington Hills 1.8 mi 6.5
CONCORDIA LUTHERAN NORTH Farmington Hills 1.8 mi
Visions Unlimited Farmington 1.5 mi 5.8
Clarenceville Middle School Livonia 2.2 mi 3.5
Grandview Elementary School Livonia 2.3 mi 4.9
Clarenceville High School Livonia 2.3 mi 6.6
Oakland Early College Farmington Hills 2.1 mi 7.4
AIM HIGH SCHOOL Farmington Hills 2.4 mi 8.6
Grand River Academy Livonia 2.2 mi 4.9
ST FABIAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Farmington Hills 2.4 mi 6.4
NW Wayne Trainable Center Livonia 2.6 mi 9.1
Webster Elementary School Livonia 2.6 mi 9.2
Wood Creek Elementary School Farmington Hills 2.7 mi 4.9
Farmington STEAM Academy Farmington Hills 2.6 mi 9.0
Farmington Central High School Farmingtn Hls 2.9 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48336 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,325

Median Home Value

$247,600

Median Rent

$1,141/mo

Population

26,920

College Educated

43.8%

Homeownership

72.7%

Avg Commute

24.3 min

Poverty Rate

6.8%

Median Age

41.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ja Lanigan Elementary School

What grades does Ja Lanigan Elementary School serve?

Ja Lanigan Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Ja Lanigan Elementary School?

Ja Lanigan Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 487 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ja Lanigan Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ja Lanigan Elementary School is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ja Lanigan Elementary School rank in MI?

Ja Lanigan Elementary School ranks #1,526 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Ja Lanigan Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ja Lanigan Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Ja Lanigan Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ja Lanigan Elementary School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Ja Lanigan Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Ja Lanigan Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

53.2% of students at Ja Lanigan 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
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
487
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
53.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Oakland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.3%

District

Farmington Public School District
District Enrollment
9,154
Schools in District
16
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,893
District Rank
#13 of 16

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