Serving 324 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Marjorie Carlson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marjorie Carlson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Marjorie Carlson Elementary School's student population of 324 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
324 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marjorie Carlson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marjorie Carlson Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2718 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
45%
18%
White
28%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marjorie Carlson Elementary School's ranking?
Marjorie Carlson Elementary School is ranked #2718 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Marjorie Carlson Elementary School often compared to?
Marjorie Carlson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Huron Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Marjorie Carlson Elementary School?
324 students attend Marjorie Carlson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Marjorie Carlson Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marjorie Carlson Elementary School?
Marjorie Carlson Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marjorie Carlson Elementary School offer ?
Marjorie Carlson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Marjorie Carlson Elementary School part of?
Marjorie Carlson Elementary School is part of Van Dyke Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Marjorie Carlson Elementary School located?
Marjorie Carlson Elementary School is located in the Warren Woods neighborhood of Warren, MI. There are 9 other public schools located in Warren Woods.
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