Serving 208 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Charles C Mcglinnen 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
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 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 208 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles C Mcglinnen School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Charles C Mcglinnen School's student population of 208 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
208 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Charles C Mcglinnen School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles C Mcglinnen School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2631 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%

Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
3%
4%

Hispanic
4%
9%

Black
53%
18%

White
28%
63%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
50%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles C Mcglinnen School's ranking?
Charles C Mcglinnen School is ranked #2631 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Charles C Mcglinnen School often compared to?
Charles C Mcglinnen Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rainbow Elementary School, Tenniswood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Charles C Mcglinnen School?
208 students attend Charles C Mcglinnen School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Charles C Mcglinnen School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charles C Mcglinnen School?
Charles C Mcglinnen School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Charles C Mcglinnen School offer ?
Charles C Mcglinnen School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Charles C Mcglinnen School part of?
Charles C Mcglinnen School is part of Clintondale Community Schools School District.
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