FRANCIS A HIGGINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Francis A Higgins Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the L'Anse Creuse Public Schools school district, located in CHESTERFIELD, MI with about 487 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 27 teachers, Francis A Higgins Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Francis A. Higgins Elementary School is a public school located in Chesterfield, Michigan, serving students within the L’Anse Creuse Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and the cultivation of essential 21st-century skills. By focusing on a well-rounded curriculum, the school aims to prepare its young learners for future success while maintaining a strong sense of community among students, staff, and families.

The school prides itself on being a collaborative space where educators utilize diverse instructional strategies to meet the individual needs of their students. Through its official district portal, the school provides resources and updates that keep the parent community actively involved in the educational process. With its location in the heart of the L’Anse Creuse district, Higgins Elementary benefits from the broader administrative support and educational standards established by the local public school system, ensuring that students receive a consistent and high-quality elementary education.

For more information, contact Francis A Higgins Elem School at (586) 493-5210 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.