Serving 283 students in grades 1-2, Lemmer Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-2
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39%
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lemmer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Lemmer Elementary School's student population of 283 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
283 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lemmer Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)45-49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
85%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Lemmer Elementary School often compared to?
Lemmer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Escanaba Upper Elementary School, Bark Riverharris Elementary School, Cameron Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
How many students attend Lemmer Elementary School?
283 students attend Lemmer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Lemmer Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lemmer Elementary School?
Lemmer Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lemmer Elementary School offer ?
Lemmer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-2 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lemmer Elementary School part of?
Lemmer Elementary School is part of Escanaba Area School District.
School Reviews
5 10/17/2011
Well i think that teachers should give more science and spelling out to kids and I think that you should put 5th and 6th in Lemmer because my kid will miss lemmer in 5th grade this has been her 5th year in lemmer
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