Serving 6 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Elm River Township School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 6 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in MI)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elm River Township School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Elm River Township School's student population of 6 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
6 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher

Students by Grade

School Rankings
The diversity score of Elm River Township School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
40%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
49%

Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
100%
63%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups


Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
22%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
How many students attend Elm River Township School?
6 students attend Elm River Township School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Elm River Township School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elm River Township School?
Elm River Township School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Elm River Township School offer ?
Elm River Township School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Elm River Township School part of?
Elm River Township School is part of Elm River Township School District.
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