Serving 360 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Marjorie Carlson 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marjorie Carlson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Marjorie Carlson Elementary School's student population of 360 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
360 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Marjorie Carlson 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 Marjorie Carlson Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#2105 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%

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

Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
10%
4%

Hispanic
2%
9%

Black
50%
18%

White
26%
63%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
50%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marjorie Carlson Elementary School's ranking?
Marjorie Carlson Elementary School is ranked #2105 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Marjorie Carlson Elementary School often compared to?
Marjorie Carlson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ruth H Green Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Marjorie Carlson Elementary School?
360 students attend Marjorie Carlson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Marjorie Carlson Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marjorie Carlson Elementary School?
Marjorie Carlson Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marjorie Carlson Elementary School offer ?
Marjorie Carlson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Marjorie Carlson Elementary School part of?
Marjorie Carlson Elementary School is part of Van Dyke School District.
In what neighborhood is Marjorie Carlson Elementary School located?
Marjorie Carlson Elementary School is located in the Warren Woods neighborhood of Warren, MI. There are 9 other public schools located in Warren Woods.
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