Serving 129 students in grades 4-6, North 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 10% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 129 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Math Proficiency: 10%
- Reading Proficiency: 17%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
North School's student population of 129 students has declined by 69% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 65% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
129 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of North School is 0.70, which is more 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)
(18-19)10%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)17%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
43%
18%
White
29%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are North School often compared to?
North Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest View School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MI state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
How many students attend North School?
129 students attend North School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of North School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North School?
North School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does North School offer ?
North School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is North School part of?
North School is part of Lansing Public School District.
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