Serving 303 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Inland Lakes 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Inland Lakes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Inland Lakes Elementary School's student population of 303 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
303 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Inland Lakes Elementary 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 Inland Lakes Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#2164 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%

Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1

American Indian
2%
1%

Asian
n/a
4%

Hispanic
3%
9%

Black
n/a
18%

White
87%
63%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
50%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Inland Lakes Elementary School's ranking?
Inland Lakes Elementary School is ranked #2164 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Inland Lakes Elementary School often compared to?
Inland Lakes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Inland Lakes Elementary School?
303 students attend Inland Lakes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Inland Lakes Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Inland Lakes Elementary School?
Inland Lakes Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Inland Lakes Elementary School offer ?
Inland Lakes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Inland Lakes Elementary School part of?
Inland Lakes Elementary School is part of Inland Lakes Schools School District.
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