Serving 230 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Mecosta Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (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 18:1 is higher 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 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mecosta Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mecosta Elementary School's student population of 230 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
230 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mecosta 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 Mecosta Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#358 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
87%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mecosta Elementary School's ranking?
Mecosta Elementary School is ranked #358 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Mecosta Elementary School often compared to?
Mecosta Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookside Elementary School, Morley Stanwood Elementary School, Lakes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% 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 Mecosta Elementary School?
230 students attend Mecosta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Mecosta Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mecosta Elementary School?
Mecosta Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mecosta Elementary School offer ?
Mecosta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mecosta Elementary School part of?
Mecosta Elementary School is part of Chippewa Hills School District.
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