Serving 480 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Eastern Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eastern Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Eastern Elementary School's student population of 480 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
480 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Eastern Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eastern Elementary School is 0.21, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#545 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%

Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1

American Indian
1%
1%

Asian
3%
4%

Hispanic
3%
9%

Black
2%
18%

White
89%
63%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
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 Eastern Elementary School's ranking?
Eastern Elementary School is ranked #545 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Eastern Elementary School often compared to?
Eastern Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Old Mission Peninsula School, Long Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Eastern Elementary School?
480 students attend Eastern Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Eastern Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eastern Elementary School?
Eastern Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Eastern Elementary School offer ?
Eastern Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Eastern Elementary School part of?
Eastern Elementary School is part of Traverse City Area School District.
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