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.
643
Total Students
34.9
Full-Time Teachers
18.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
26.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Houghton Elementary School
Demographic Student Count
White582
Black5
Asian33
Two or More21
American Indian2
  • White
    582 (90.5 %)
  • Asian
    33 (5.1 %)
  • Two or More
    21 (3.3 %)
  • Black
    5 (0.8 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Houghton Elementary School
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten120
Grade 197
Grade 2108
Grade 397
Grade 4105
Grade 5116
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Houghton Elementary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female30948.1%
Male33451.9%