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.
618
Total Students
36.9
Full-Time Teachers
16.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
27.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Houghton Elementary School
Demographic Student Count
White555
Hispanic4
Black10
Asian32
Two or More16
American Indian1
  • White
    555 (89.8%)
  • Asian
    32 (5.2%)
  • Two or More
    16 (2.6%)
  • Black
    10 (1.6%)
  • Hispanic
    4 (0.6%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2%)
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: 618
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 36.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 151
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 21
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 87
Grade 1 93
Grade 2 108
Grade 3 107
Grade 4 115
Grade 5 108

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Houghton Elementary School
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten87
Grade 193
Grade 2108
Grade 3107
Grade 4115
Grade 5108
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Houghton Elementary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female28646.3%
Male33253.7%