Serving 419 students in grades Prekindergarten-1,
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 65%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39%
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Larsen Elementary School's student population of 419 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
419 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Larsen Elementary School is 0.32, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)60-64%
65%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
82%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Larsen Elementary School often compared to?
Larsen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jennings Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 65% MI state average).
How many students attend Larsen Elementary School?
419 students attend Larsen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Larsen Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Larsen Elementary School?
Larsen Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Larsen Elementary School offer ?
Larsen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Larsen Elementary School part of?
Larsen Elementary School is part of Coldwater Community Schools School District.
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