Serving 342 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Montabella 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 21% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Montabella Elementary School's student population of 342 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
342 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Montabella Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montabella Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#2192 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
90%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montabella Elementary School's ranking?
Montabella Elementary School is ranked #2192 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Montabella Elementary School often compared to?
Montabella Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chippewa Hills Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Montabella Elementary School?
342 students attend Montabella Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Montabella Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montabella Elementary School?
Montabella Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Montabella Elementary School offer ?
Montabella Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Montabella Elementary School part of?
Montabella Elementary School is part of Montabella Community Schools School District.
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