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Challenger Elementary School

Public | K-5 | 484 students

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4 stars

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Posted July 11, 2012

We came from out of state and are so glad that our children go to Challenger. We were wondering about technology use and could not be happier with what our children are learning! Challenger has more technology and more teachers who use it than the school we came from.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 25, 2011

We Love the school. The teachers are awesome and the Principal, Mrs. Madeja has really made this school a great place for children.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 8, 2010

I am so excited that my children attend Challenger. All of the teachers are great, the office staff is so friendly and we love the principal. The PTO invited us in immediately and we feel such a part of the school family. It is a great school!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 14, 2010

I have a child in fifth grade and each year has gotten better and better. The school is a warm and nurturing place for everyone and some really mean people aren't running things anymore. The principal is wonderful, knows her stuff, and always supportive. What a great school!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 16, 2010

The teaching staff and principal have made great strides in achieving a wonderful place for my child to learn and grow. The principal is very approachable and makes herself known to parents and volunteers. The efficiency of this schools staff is terrific
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 29, 2008

The teachers in this school are truly wonderful, they do a great job with the kids. They are like one big family. The principal on the other hand, hasnt been the best addition to the group. She has attempted to create lots of division among staff and parents. Seems to have control issues, reminds me alot of veing in high school
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 18, 2008

Awesome school, the teachers are wonderful and my son learned so much!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 4, 2005

If a child is from a broken home; this school does not keep both parents informed with school activities. They assume that the parent's will inform each other.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 9, 2004

I believe Challenger Elementary, has very dedicated and energetic teachers. The teacher parent relationships are wonderful. The teachers use enthusiasm and knowledge to relate to the children in their learning environment. Great school and even better staff.
—Submitted by a parent


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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 41% in 2013.

79 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
37%

2012

 
 
38%

2011

 
 
98%

2010

 
 
99%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 66% in 2013.

76 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
76%

2012

 
 
70%

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
92%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 45% in 2013.

59 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
56%

2012

 
 
52%

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
97%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 68% in 2013.

56 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
82%

2012

 
 
87%

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
93%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 47% in 2013.

56 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
43%

2011

 
 
48%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 46% in 2013.

78 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
62%

2012

 
 
44%

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
89%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 70% in 2013.

80 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
80%

2012

 
 
71%

2011

 
 
98%

2010

 
 
96%
Science

The state average for Science was 13% in 2013.

82 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
21%

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
93%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 93% 71%
Hispanic 3% 5%
American Indian/Alaska Native 2% 1%
Asian/Pacific Islander 1% 3%
Black 1% 20%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 35%N/A42%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 18N/A18
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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1066 West Grand River Ave
Howell, MI 48843
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Phone: (517) 548-6375

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