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Rawsonville Elementary School

Elementary School · Van Buren Public Schools

3110 SOUTH GROVE ST, Ypsilanti, MI 48198

Enrollment

319

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

3.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#3,054 of 3,192

In Ypsilanti

#26 of 28

public schools

In district

#7 of 7

Van Buren Public Schools

School environment

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Rawsonville Elementary School

3.4/10

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

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3.3/10

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About Rawsonville Elementary School

Rawsonville Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ypsilanti, MI, part of Van Buren Public Schools. Rawsonville Elementary School serves approximately 319 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Rawsonville Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,054 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Rawsonville Elementary School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.9
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

46% of students at Rawsonville Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.1Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.77 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-31.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-25.9 pts
Overall Proficiency13% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-11.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile11th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,796
Chronic Absenteeism46.4%

Rawsonville Elementary School — Students at Rawsonville Elementary School score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

79.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 28.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
39.5% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 33.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
42.8% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 32 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
84%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
10%
ELA
16%

* 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: 2.1/10.

How Rawsonville Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.4/10
4th percentile in MI
Academic
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
80%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
46.4%

Location

3110 SOUTH GROVE ST, Ypsilanti, MI 48198

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rawsonville Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Global Tech Academy (rated 7.7/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ypsilanti International Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Achieve Charter Academy (rated 7.3/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Canton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ypsilanti, see our Ypsilanti schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Erickson Elementary Ypsilanti 2.2 mi 3.3
ACCE Ypsilanti 2.6 mi 6.6
YPSI Connected Community School Ypsilanti 2.6 mi 5.3
Ford Early Learning Center Ypsilanti 3.2 mi 5.3
Global Tech Academy Ypsilanti 3.0 mi 7.7
METRO BAPTIST SCHOOL Belleville 2.5 mi 6.4
McBride Middle School Belleville 2.6 mi 6.2
Ypsilanti Community Middle School Ypsilanti 2.9 mi 5.7
Belleville High School Belleville 2.9 mi 6.4
Holmes Elementary Ypsilanti 3.5 mi 7.0
Keystone Academy Belleville 3.5 mi 7.1
South Pointe Scholars Charter Academy Ypsilanti 4.4 mi 7.2
Ypsilanti International Elementary School Ypsilanti 3.7 mi 7.4
Owen Intermediate School Belleville 3.6 mi 4.8
HURON VALLEY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Ypsilanti 4.1 mi 5.2
Achieve Charter Academy Canton 4.9 mi 7.3
Washtenaw Alliance for Virtual Education Ann Arbor 4.0 mi 5.3
Perry Early Learning Center Ypsilanti 3.9 mi 5.6
Bishop Elementary School Ypsilanti 4.6 mi 4.9
Brick Elementary School Ypsilanti 4.6 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48198 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,678

Median Home Value

$178,300

Median Rent

$1,197/mo

Population

39,507

College Educated

34.5%

Homeownership

58.6%

Avg Commute

25.8 min

Poverty Rate

19.5%

Median Age

33.5

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Countryside Academy Elementary Benton Harbor, MI 3.4
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Stone School Saginaw, MI 3.4
Arborwood Elementary School Monroe, MI 3.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rawsonville Elementary School

What grades does Rawsonville Elementary School serve?

Rawsonville Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Rawsonville Elementary School?

Rawsonville Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 319 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Rawsonville Elementary School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rawsonville Elementary School rank in MI?

Rawsonville Elementary School ranks #3,054 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Rawsonville Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Rawsonville Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Rawsonville Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rawsonville Elementary School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Rawsonville Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Rawsonville Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

79.9% of students at Rawsonville 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
30 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
319
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
79.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Washtenaw County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
46.4%

District

Van Buren Public Schools
District Enrollment
4,293
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,796
District Rank
#7 of 7

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