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Voyager Elementary School

Elementary School · Howell Public Schools

1450 BYRON RD, Howell, MI 48843

Enrollment

521

Student-Teacher

18:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,915 of 3,192

In Howell

#6 of 14

public schools

In district

#4 of 10

Howell Public Schools

Equity

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Voyager Elementary School

5.9/10

Elementary School in Howell · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.7/10

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5.7/10

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About Voyager Elementary School

Voyager Elementary School is a public elementary school in Howell, MI, part of Howell Public Schools. Voyager Elementary School serves approximately 521 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Voyager Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,915 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Voyager Elementary School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • MI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.37 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+10.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+13.1 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,228
Chronic Absenteeism20.9%

Voyager Elementary School — Students at Voyager Elementary School score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

25.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 63.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 67.2% (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
96%
ELA
97%
2010
Math
97%
ELA
96%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
85%
2013
Math
65%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
70%
2015
Math
65%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
65%
2017
Math
59%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
55%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
55%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
55.3%

* 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: 4.8/10.

How Voyager Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
40th percentile in MI
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
6.2/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
25%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.9%

Location

1450 BYRON RD, Howell, MI 48843

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Voyager Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hornung Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Brighton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Northwest Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Farley Hill Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Pinckney), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Howell, see our Howell schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Howell High School Howell 0.3 mi 6.7
Challenger Elementary School Howell 0.6 mi 5.7
Highlander Way Middle School Howell 0.6 mi 5.6
Northwest Elementary School Howell 0.6 mi 6.8
Adult Transition Services Howell 0.8 mi 3.6
Southwest Elementary School Howell 0.9 mi 6.5
Pathway School Howell 0.8 mi 7.5
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Howell 1.5 mi 5.4
Innovation Academy Howell 1.8 mi 4.5
Parker Middle School Howell 3.9 mi 5.7
Ruahmah J Hutchings Elementary Howell 3.1 mi 5.8
Three Fires Elementary Howell 5.6 mi 5.7
Natalie Kreeger Elementary School Fowlerville 6.9 mi 4.5
HT Smith Elementary School Fowlerville 7.1 mi 6.3
Fowlerville Junior High School Fowlerville 7.2 mi 5.8
Fowlerville High School Fowlerville 7.4 mi 6.8
Fowlerville Online Learning Academy Fowlerville 7.4 mi 2.8
Farley Hill Elementary School Pinckney 9.6 mi 6.8
Hornung Elementary School Brighton 8.9 mi 8.2
Maltby Intermediate School Brighton 9.0 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48843 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$91,620

Median Home Value

$323,100

Median Rent

$1,221/mo

Population

46,902

College Educated

37.3%

Homeownership

77.2%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

5.6%

Median Age

41.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Voyager Elementary School

What grades does Voyager Elementary School serve?

Voyager Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Voyager Elementary School?

Voyager Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 521 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Voyager Elementary School is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Voyager Elementary School rank in MI?

Voyager Elementary School ranks #1,915 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Voyager Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Voyager Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Voyager Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Voyager Elementary School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Voyager Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Voyager Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

25.3% of students at Voyager 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
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
521
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
25.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Livingston County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.9%

District

Howell Public Schools
District Enrollment
6,722
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,228
District Rank
#4 of 10

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