Star Elementary School

Star Elementary School serves 304 students in prekindergarten through fifth grade in Hastings, Michigan. With 18 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16.9 to 1, providing a manageable classroom environment for young learners. Academically, Star Elementary demonstrates solid performance with a MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #681 out of 3,204 Michigan elementary schools, placing it in the 79th percentile statewide.

The school shows stronger results in English Language Arts, where 54% of students score proficient or above across grade levels, while math achievement stands at 42% proficient or above, indicating an area with room for continued growth and development. The school serves families in the 49058 ZIP code area, where the median household income is $67,942 and median home value is $187,000. With a poverty rate of 7.8% and 21% of adults holding bachelor's degrees or higher, the community of nearly 20,000 residents represents a mix of working families and professionals.

Star Elementary School is situated in a rural setting near the town of Hastings, offering students a quieter educational environment while maintaining access to community resources and support.

Located in a rural area, Star Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.