Serving 433 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elva Lynch Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elva Lynch Elementary School's student population of 433 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
433 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Elva Lynch Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elva Lynch Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#1379 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%

Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
n/a
4%

Hispanic
8%
9%

Black
1%
18%

White
86%
63%

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

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
50%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elva Lynch Elementary School's ranking?
Elva Lynch Elementary School is ranked #1379 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Elva Lynch Elementary School often compared to?
Elva Lynch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Turrill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Elva Lynch Elementary School?
433 students attend Elva Lynch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Elva Lynch Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elva Lynch Elementary School?
Elva Lynch Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Elva Lynch Elementary School offer ?
Elva Lynch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Elva Lynch Elementary School part of?
Elva Lynch Elementary School is part of Lapeer Community Schools School District.
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