Serving 514 students in grades Kindergarten-5, South River Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 514 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South River Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
South River Elementary School's student population of 514 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
514 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South River Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South River Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#1048 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
11%
18%
White
76%
64%
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
40%
49%
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 South River Elementary School's ranking?
South River Elementary School is ranked #1048 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are South River Elementary School often compared to?
South River Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emma V Lobbestael Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend South River Elementary School?
514 students attend South River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of South River Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South River Elementary School?
South River Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does South River Elementary School offer ?
South River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South River Elementary School part of?
South River Elementary School is part of L'anse Creuse School District.
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