Serving 404 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Arborwood Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arborwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Arborwood Elementary School's student population of 404 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
404 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Arborwood Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arborwood Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2891 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
28%
18%
White
45%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arborwood Elementary School's ranking?
Arborwood Elementary School is ranked #2891 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Arborwood Elementary School often compared to?
Arborwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Custer Elementary School, Manor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Arborwood Elementary School?
404 students attend Arborwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Arborwood Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 11% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arborwood Elementary School?
Arborwood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Arborwood Elementary School offer ?
Arborwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arborwood Elementary School part of?
Arborwood Elementary School is part of Monroe School District.
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