Stephenson 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 bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 45-49% (which was higher than the Michigan state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 45-49% (which was approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 49%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students (19-20)
190 students
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
13 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)45-49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
(19-20)n/a
1%
Asian
(19-20)n/a
3%
Hispanic
(19-20)3%
8%
Black
(19-20)n/a
18%
White
(19-20)95%
66%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)2%
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
51%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 Stephenson Elementary School?
190 students attend Stephenson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Stephenson Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Stephenson Elementary School offer ?
Stephenson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Stephenson Elementary School part of?
Stephenson Elementary School is part of Stephenson Area Public Schools School District.
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