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Keewahdin Elementary School

Elementary School · Port Huron Area School District

4801 LAKESHORE RD, Fort Gratiot, MI 48059

Enrollment

526

Student-Teacher

18.1:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#2,208 of 3,192

In Fort Gratiot

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#8 of 15

Port Huron Area School District

Equity

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Keewahdin Elementary School

5.5/10

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

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7.6/10

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5.9/10

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About Keewahdin Elementary School

Keewahdin Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fort Gratiot, MI, part of Port Huron Area School District. Keewahdin Elementary School serves approximately 526 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Keewahdin Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,208 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Keewahdin Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • MI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.61 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-5.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1.7 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+1.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
Resources & Environment6.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,323
Chronic Absenteeism29.3%

Keewahdin Elementary School — Students at Keewahdin Elementary School score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 42.9% (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
91%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
35%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
45%
ELA
71%
2013
Math
38%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
41%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
58%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
36.9%
ELA
43.6%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Keewahdin Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
31th percentile in MI
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
6.1/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.3%

Location

4801 LAKESHORE RD, Fort Gratiot, MI 48059

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Keewahdin Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. East Shore Leadership Academy (rated 6.6/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Port Huron), which scores notably higher. Another option is H D Crull Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Port Huron), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST MARY/MCCORMICK CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 6.1/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Port Huron), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fort Gratiot, see our Fort Gratiot schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Port Huron Northern High School Port Huron 1.8 mi 7.6
Holland Woods Middle School Port Huron 2.3 mi 5.9
ST MARY/MCCORMICK CATHOLIC ACADEMY Port Huron 2.9 mi 6.1
Fort Gratiot Middle School Fort Gratiot 2.3 mi 5.5
Garfield Elementary School Port Huron 3.2 mi 5.1
Edison Elementary School Fort Gratiot 2.9 mi 6.1
H D Crull Elementary School Port Huron 3.3 mi 6.3
Michigamme Elementary School Port Huron 4.3 mi 3.5
Central Middle School Port Huron 4.6 mi 4.3
Harrison Center Port Huron 4.6 mi
ST EDWARD ON-THE-LAKE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lakeport 4.7 mi 5.4
Blue Water Middle College Academy Port Huron 5.1 mi 6.5
Port Huron High School Port Huron 5.3 mi 6.8
Port Huron Schools Phoenix Academy Port Huron 5.3 mi 2.9
Roosevelt Elementary School Port Huron 5.3 mi 3.8
Woodrow Wilson Elementary Port Huron 5.7 mi 3.5
East Shore Leadership Academy Port Huron 5.7 mi 6.6
Indian Woods Elementary School Kimball 5.3 mi 5.9
Landmark Academy Kimball 5.5 mi 4.0
Virtual Learning Academyof St Clair County Marysville 6.8 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48059 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,841

Median Home Value

$199,200

Median Rent

$956/mo

Population

15,371

College Educated

30.1%

Homeownership

82.2%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Median Age

48.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Keewahdin Elementary School

What grades does Keewahdin Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Keewahdin Elementary School?

Keewahdin Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 526 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Keewahdin Elementary School is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Keewahdin Elementary School rank in MI?

Keewahdin Elementary School ranks #2,208 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Keewahdin Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Keewahdin Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Keewahdin Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Keewahdin Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Keewahdin Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Keewahdin Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

58.2% of students at Keewahdin 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
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
526
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
St. Clair County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.3%

District

Port Huron Area School District
District Enrollment
7,147
Schools in District
16
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,323
District Rank
#8 of 15

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