Hillsdale Preparatory School
Charter School
60 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
School Overview
Hillsdale Preparatory School, located in Hillsdale, Michigan, is a tuition-free public charter school serving students in grades Kindergarten through eighth. Committed to providing a rigorous academic environment, the school focuses on a well-rounded curriculum that emphasizes foundational skills in literacy and mathematics while integrating character development into the daily student experience. By maintaining smaller class sizes and fostering a close-knit community, the school aims to create an atmosphere where educators can provide personalized attention, helping students build both academic confidence and moral integrity.
Beyond its core academic offerings, Hillsdale Preparatory School emphasizes the partnership between the school, parents, and the local community. The school’s philosophy centers on the belief that education should extend beyond textbooks to include the cultivation of civic responsibility and lifelong learning habits. Through a structured, supportive environment, the institution strives to prepare its graduates for success in high school and beyond, positioning itself as a stable and values-driven educational option for families in the Hillsdale area.
Beyond its core academic offerings, Hillsdale Preparatory School emphasizes the partnership between the school, parents, and the local community. The school’s philosophy centers on the belief that education should extend beyond textbooks to include the cultivation of civic responsibility and lifelong learning habits. Through a structured, supportive environment, the institution strives to prepare its graduates for success in high school and beyond, positioning itself as a stable and values-driven educational option for families in the Hillsdale area.
60
Total Students
8.5
Full-Time Teachers
7.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
71.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 55 |
| Hispanic | 2 |
| Two or More | 3 |
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White55 (91.7%)
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Two or More3 (5.0%)
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Hispanic2 (3.3%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Hillsdale Preparatory School |
| Phone: | (517)437-4625 |
| Website: | http://www.hillsdaleprep.org |
| Grade Range: | K - 8th |
| Total Students: | 60 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 8.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 7.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 41 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 2 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
7
Grade 1
5
Grade 2
11
Grade 3
9
Grade 4
3
Grade 5
10
Grade 6
3
Grade 7
6
Grade 8
6
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 7 |
| Grade 1 | 5 |
| Grade 2 | 11 |
| Grade 3 | 9 |
| Grade 4 | 3 |
| Grade 5 | 10 |
| Grade 6 | 3 |
| Grade 7 | 6 |
| Grade 8 | 6 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 29 | 48.3% |
| Male | 31 | 51.7% |
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