What grades does Gier Elementary School serve?

As a Primary school, Gier Elementary School serves students in Hillsdale, MI. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is Gier Elementary School located?

You can find Gier Elementary School in Hillsdale, MI.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Gier Elementary School?

At Gier Elementary School, there are approximately 16.8 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Hillsdale, MI?

Gier Elementary School is among the schools serving Hillsdale, MI. The school is part of the local school system.

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Gier Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Hillsdale, Michigan|Hillsdale Community Schools

Hillsdale, MI 49242

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Tue

First Day of SchoolEvent

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Aug

Tue

First Day of SchoolEvent

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Sep

Fri

No School - Labor Day HolidayHoliday

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Sep

Wed

Red Cross Blood Drive Event

Sep

Thu

Career Pathway DayEvent

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Mon

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School Profile

Grades

K–4

Enrollment

436

Student:Teacher

16.8:1

Locale

Town

District

Hillsdale Community Schools

Econ. Disadvantaged

64.7%

Phone

(517)437-7347

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

25-29%

Math Proficiency

25-29%

Chronic Absenteeism

15.7%

SY 2019-20

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

110

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

28.5

100% fully certified

Social Workers

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$14,607

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,616

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$16,601

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 15%State 64%Local 22%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$198,838

+7.3% 1yr+28.6% 5yr

Hillsdale, MI metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

27.1%

Below 150% poverty line

4.5%

Unemployment rate

7.0%

Uninsured residents

9.8%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

186

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

182

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

42%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

51 (28%)

Speech/Language Impairment

34 (19%)

Other Health Impairment

32 (18%)

Autism

29 (16%)

Intellectual Disability

22 (12%)

Emotional Disturbance

7 (4%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

434

Current enrollment

Stable(-10% 5yr)

Coming Up

Tue, Aug 18, 2026

First Day of School

Event

Tue, Aug 18, 2026

First Day of School

Event

Fri, Sep 4, 2026

No School - Labor Day Holiday

Holiday

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Date	Event	Type	Level
Fri, Sep 4, 2026	No School - Labor Day Holiday	Holiday	—
Wed, Sep 16, 2026	Red Cross Blood Drive	Event	—
Thu, Sep 24, 2026	Career Pathway Day	Event	—
Mon, Sep 28, 2026	No School - Fair Day	Event	—
Wed, Oct 7, 2026	Fall Count Day	Event	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	Parent Teacher Conferences	Staff Day	—
Thu, Nov 19, 2026	Red Cross Blood Drive	Event	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	No School - Thanksgiving Holiday	Holiday	—
Wed, Dec 16, 2026	No School for Students - Staff Work Days	Event	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	No School - Holiday Break	Break	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	No School Students - Staff PD	Event	—
Tue, Feb 9, 2027	Red Cross Blood Drive	Event	—
Wed, Feb 10, 2027	Spring Count Day	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	No School - President's Day	Holiday	—
Thu, Feb 25, 2027	Parent Teacher Conferences	Staff Day	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	No School - Good Friday	Event	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Spring Break	Break	—
Tue, Apr 13, 2027	Red Cross Blood Drive	Event	—
Wed, Apr 21, 2027	Mock Interviews - Construction Trades	Event	—
Thu, Apr 22, 2027	Mock Interviews	Event	—
Fri, Apr 23, 2027	Mock Interviews	Event	—
Tue, Apr 27, 2027	Senior Breakfast/Lunch	Break	—
Tue, May 4, 2027	Hiring Event	Event	—
Fri, May 14, 2027	New Student Orientation 2027-2028	Event	—
Fri, May 21, 2027	Student's Last Day	Event	—