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Southeastern Elementary School

Elementary School · Hastings Area School District

1300 SOUTH EAST ST, Hastings, MI 49058

Enrollment

254

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,987 of 3,192

In Hastings

#7 of 7

public schools

In district

#6 of 6

Hastings Area School District

Equity

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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5.8/10

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

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About Southeastern Elementary School

Southeastern Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hastings, MI, part of Hastings Area School District. Southeastern Elementary School serves approximately 254 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Southeastern Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,987 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Southeastern Elementary School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

36% of students at Southeastern 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 Progress4.4Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.56 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-14.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.4 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,253
Chronic Absenteeism36.2%

Southeastern Elementary School — Students at Southeastern Elementary School score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 38.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 53.8% (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
92%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
27%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
32%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
27.8%
ELA
44.5%

* 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: 4.4/10.

How Southeastern Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
38th percentile in MI
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
73%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.2%

Location

1300 SOUTH EAST ST, Hastings, MI 49058

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Southeastern Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Central Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Northeastern Elementary School (rated 6.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, McFall Elementary School (rated 6.1/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Middleville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Hastings, see our Hastings schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.9 mi
School Distance Rating
ST ROSE OF LIMA SCHOOL Hastings 0.4 mi 5.7
Hastings Middle School Hastings 0.6 mi 6.1
Central Elementary School Hastings 0.6 mi 6.8
HASTINGS 7 DAY ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hastings 0.7 mi
Hastings High School Hastings 0.7 mi 6.0
Star Elementary School Hastings 0.9 mi 5.9
Northeastern Elementary School Hastings 1.3 mi 6.4
Barry ISD Special Education Hastings 1.8 mi 6.1
BARRY COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hastings 3.0 mi 7.3
CEDAR CREEK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Delton 8.5 mi 5.0
Lakewood Early Childhood Center Woodland 9.5 mi 5.8
DK Academy Delton 11.4 mi 5.9
Delton Kellogg Elem School Delton 11.4 mi 4.5
DeltonKellogg Middle School Delton 11.5 mi 5.7
Fuller Street Elementary School Nashville 9.8 mi 3.8
DeltonKellogg High School Delton 11.7 mi 7.5
Lakewood Elementary School Lake Odessa 12.1 mi 5.4
Lakewood Middle School Woodland 11.6 mi 6.6
McFall Elementary School Middleville 11.0 mi 6.1
Lakewood High School Lake Odessa 11.9 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 49058 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,169

Median Home Value

$210,600

Median Rent

$928/mo

Population

19,513

College Educated

23.4%

Homeownership

82.7%

Avg Commute

27.5 min

Poverty Rate

7.9%

Median Age

41.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Southeastern Elementary School

What grades does Southeastern Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Southeastern Elementary School?

Southeastern Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 254 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Southeastern Elementary School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Southeastern Elementary School rank in MI?

Southeastern Elementary School ranks #1,987 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Southeastern Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Southeastern Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Southeastern Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Southeastern Elementary School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Southeastern Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Southeastern Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

73.2% of students at Southeastern 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
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
254
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Barry County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.2%

District

Hastings Area School District
District Enrollment
2,519
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,253
District Rank
#6 of 6

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