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Robert B Havens Elementary School

457 Van Wormer Rd
Saginaw, MI 48609
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 391 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Robert B Havens Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 391 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : Top 20% in MI
  • : 56% (Top 20%)
  • : 68% (Top 10%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Robert B Havens Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

School Overview

Robert B Havens Elementary School's student population of 391 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
391 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Once a Viking, Always a Viking!

School Rankings

Robert B Havens Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert B Havens Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#303 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
56%
35%
68%
45%
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
17%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
75%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.41
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Robert B Havens Elementary School's ranking?
Robert B Havens Elementary School is ranked #303 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Robert B Havens Elementary School?
391 students attend Robert B Havens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Robert B Havens Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert B Havens Elementary School?
Robert B Havens Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Robert B Havens Elementary School offer ?
Robert B Havens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Robert B Havens Elementary School part of?
Robert B Havens Elementary School is part of Swan Valley School District.
In what neighborhood is Robert B Havens Elementary School located?
Robert B Havens Elementary School is located in the Shields neighborhood of Saginaw, MI. There are 4 other public schools located in Shields.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 391 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 56% (Top 20%)
  • : 68% (Top 10%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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