Very Good
#733 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 23% in state
Based on limited data
Paw Paw Early Elementary School
Elementary School · Paw Paw Public School District
512 WEST NORTH ST, Paw Paw, MI 49079
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MI statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
482
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
482
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#733 of 3,192
In Paw Paw
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
Paw Paw Public School District
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Paw Paw Early Elementary School
Elementary School in Paw Paw · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Paw Paw Later Elementary
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Communitybased Transition Center
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About Paw Paw Early Elementary School
Paw Paw Early Elementary School is a public elementary school in Paw Paw, MI, part of Paw Paw Public School District. Paw Paw Early Elementary School serves approximately 482 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Paw Paw Early Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #733 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- MI avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Paw Paw Early Elementary School Compares
See how Paw Paw Early Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
512 WEST NORTH ST, Paw Paw, MI 49079
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Paw Paw Early Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mattawan Early Childhood Education Center (rated 7.9/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Mattawan), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Gobles Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Gobles), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Mattawan Later Elem School (rated 7.0/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Mattawan), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Paw Paw, see our Paw Paw schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Paw Paw Later Elementary Paw Paw | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Communitybased Transition Center Lawrence | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Paw Paw Middle School Paw Paw | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Cedar Street Community and Family Center Paw Paw | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Paw Paw | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Paw Paw | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Paw Paw High School Paw Paw | 2.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Lawton Elementary School Lawton | 5.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Lawton Accelerated Academic Center Lawton | 5.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Lawton Middle School Lawton | 5.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Lawton High School Lawton | 5.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Mattawan Later Elem School Mattawan | 5.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Mattawan Early Elem School Mattawan | 5.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Mattawan High School Mattawan | 5.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Mattawan Middle School Mattawan | 5.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Mattawan Early Childhood Education Center Mattawan | 5.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Davis Elementary School Decatur | 8.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Decatur Jr Sr High School Decatur | 8.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Michigan Online School Gobles | 9.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Gobles Elementary School Gobles | 9.9 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49079 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,119
Median Home Value
$214,600
Median Rent
$841/mo
Population
13,364
College Educated
24.5%
Homeownership
77.5%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
38.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Boyne City Elementary School Boyne City, MI | 7.4 |
| Clarkston Elementary School Clarkston, MI | 7.4 |
| Gates Elementary School Davison, MI | 7.4 |
| Haisley Elementary School Ann Arbor, MI | 7.4 |
| Hamlin Elementary School Rochester Hills, MI | 7.4 |
| Hillside Elementary School Farmington Hills, MI | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Paw Paw Early Elementary School
What grades does Paw Paw Early Elementary School serve?
Paw Paw Early Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Paw Paw Early Elementary School?
Paw Paw Early Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 482 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Paw Paw Early Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Paw Paw Early Elementary School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Paw Paw Early Elementary School rank in MI?
Paw Paw Early Elementary School ranks #733 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Paw Paw Early Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Paw Paw Early Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Paw Paw Early Elementary School a charter school?
No, Paw Paw Early Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Paw Paw Early Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Paw Paw Early Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Paw Paw Early Elementary School?
46.7% of students at Paw Paw Early 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 482
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Van Buren County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.5%
- Phone
- (269) 415-5300
Resources & Links
District
Paw Paw Public School District- District Enrollment
- 2,135
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,233
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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