Serving 242 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lessenger 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 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lessenger Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Lessenger Elementary School's student population of 242 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
242 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lessenger 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 Lessenger Elementary School is 0.40, 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.
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)
50-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
7%
18%
White
77%
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
34%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lessenger Elementary School's ranking?
Lessenger 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 Lessenger Elementary School often compared to?
Lessenger Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edmonson 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 Lessenger Elementary School?
242 students attend Lessenger Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Lessenger Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lessenger Elementary School?
Lessenger Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lessenger Elementary School offer ?
Lessenger Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lessenger Elementary School part of?
Lessenger Elementary School is part of Lamphere School District.
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