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Spring Mills Elementary School

Elementary School · Huron Valley Schools

3150 HARVEY LAKE RD, Highland, MI 48356

Enrollment

417

Student-Teacher

18.1:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#2,391 of 3,192

In Highland

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#12 of 14

Huron Valley Schools

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Spring Mills Elementary School

5.2/10

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

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About Spring Mills Elementary School

Spring Mills Elementary School is a public elementary school in Highland, MI, part of Huron Valley Schools. Spring Mills Elementary School serves approximately 417 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Spring Mills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,391 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Spring Mills Elementary School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • MI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.99 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-3.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.3 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,544
Chronic Absenteeism16.8%

Spring Mills Elementary School — Students at Spring Mills Elementary School score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

35.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 50.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 58.5% (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
95%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
98%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
64%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
50%
2016
Math
48%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
48%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
37.9%
ELA
52.7%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How Spring Mills Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.2/10
25th percentile in MI
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
35%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

Location

3150 HARVEY LAKE RD, Highland, MI 48356

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Spring Mills Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rose Pioneer Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Holly), which scores notably higher. Another option is Davisburg Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Davisburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Heritage Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Highland, see our Highland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Apollo Center Highland 1.2 mi
Rose Pioneer Elementary School Holly 2.4 mi 7.2
Highland Elementary School Highland 2.2 mi 4.9
Milford High School Highland 3.6 mi 7.6
Heritage Elementary School Highland 3.7 mi 7.0
Harbor High School White Lake 3.6 mi 5.9
Huron Valley Adult Education White Lake 3.6 mi
Muir Middle School Milford 4.9 mi 6.4
Kurtz Elementary School Milford 5.4 mi 5.3
MILFORD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Milford 5.4 mi
FRIENDS PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Milford 5.7 mi
Johnson Elementary School Milford 5.8 mi 5.9
CHRIST LUTHERAN CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Milford 5.8 mi
Country Oaks Elementary School Commerce Township 5.6 mi 6.7
Oak Valley Middle School Commerce Township 5.8 mi 6.3
OUR SAVIOR EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hartland 4.9 mi 6.0
White Lake Middle School White Lake 5.1 mi 5.6
Lakewood Elementary School White Lake 5.3 mi 6.7
Lakeland High School White Lake 5.3 mi 8.1
Davisburg Elementary School Davisburg 6.3 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48356 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$103,708

Median Home Value

$314,500

Median Rent

$838/mo

Population

8,017

College Educated

38.2%

Homeownership

91.5%

Avg Commute

33.4 min

Poverty Rate

5.8%

Median Age

43.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Spring Mills Elementary School

What grades does Spring Mills Elementary School serve?

Spring Mills Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Spring Mills Elementary School?

Spring Mills Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 417 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Spring Mills Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Spring Mills 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 Spring Mills Elementary School rank in MI?

Spring Mills Elementary School ranks #2,391 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Spring Mills Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Spring Mills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Spring Mills Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Spring Mills Elementary School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Spring Mills Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Spring Mills Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

35.3% of students at Spring Mills 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
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
35.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Oakland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

District

Huron Valley Schools
District Enrollment
7,849
Schools in District
16
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,544
District Rank
#12 of 14

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