Houghton Elementary School
643 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
School Overview
Houghton Elementary School, located at 203 West Jacker Avenue in Houghton, Michigan, serves as a cornerstone of the Houghton-Portage Township School District. Positioned in the heart of the Keweenaw Peninsula, the school is known for fostering a supportive academic environment that emphasizes core educational fundamentals while catering to the developmental needs of elementary-aged students. The school plays a vital role in the local community, benefiting from the region’s strong connection to higher education and the nearby Michigan Technological University, which often helps cultivate a culture that values STEM learning and academic excellence.
The school is dedicated to providing a well-rounded education that prepares students for middle school and beyond. By focusing on a comprehensive curriculum, Houghton Elementary seeks to balance traditional classroom instruction with social-emotional learning, ensuring that students develop both academic proficiency and interpersonal skills. Through its commitment to a safe and inclusive atmosphere, the school strives to inspire curiosity and lifelong learning, reflecting the values and spirit of the Houghton community.
The school is dedicated to providing a well-rounded education that prepares students for middle school and beyond. By focusing on a comprehensive curriculum, Houghton Elementary seeks to balance traditional classroom instruction with social-emotional learning, ensuring that students develop both academic proficiency and interpersonal skills. Through its commitment to a safe and inclusive atmosphere, the school strives to inspire curiosity and lifelong learning, reflecting the values and spirit of the Houghton community.
643
Total Students
34.9
Full-Time Teachers
18.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
26.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 582 |
| Black | 5 |
| Asian | 33 |
| Two or More | 21 |
| American Indian | 2 |
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White582 (90.5 %)
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Asian33 (5.1 %)
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Two or More21 (3.3 %)
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Black5 (0.8 %)
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American Indian2 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Houghton-Portage Township School District |
| Phone: | (906)482-0456 |
| Website: | http://www.houghton.k12.mi.us/ |
| Grade Range: | K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 643 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 34.9 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 18.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 151 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 21 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
120
Grade 1
97
Grade 2
108
Grade 3
97
Grade 4
105
Grade 5
116
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 120 |
| Grade 1 | 97 |
| Grade 2 | 108 |
| Grade 3 | 97 |
| Grade 4 | 105 |
| Grade 5 | 116 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 309 | 48.1% |
| Male | 334 | 51.9% |
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