Serving 473 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ja Lanigan Elementary School ranks in the top 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 31% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ja Lanigan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ja Lanigan Elementary School's student population of 473 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
473 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Motto
Lift - Lead - Learn
School Rankings
Ja Lanigan Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ja Lanigan Elementary School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1456 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
29%
18%
White
55%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ja Lanigan Elementary School's ranking?
Ja Lanigan Elementary School is ranked #1456 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Ja Lanigan Elementary School?
473 students attend Ja Lanigan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Ja Lanigan Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ja Lanigan Elementary School?
Ja Lanigan Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ja Lanigan Elementary School offer ?
Ja Lanigan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ja Lanigan Elementary School part of?
Ja Lanigan Elementary School is part of Farmington Public School District.
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