Emmons Lake Elementary School

8950 Kraft Ave Se
Caledonia, MI 49316
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
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Top 5%
Serving 400 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Emmons Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 400 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 20%
  • : Top 5% in MI
  • : 70-74% (Top 5%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • : 45-49%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Emmons Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Emmons Lake Elementary School's student population of 400 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
400 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers

School Rankings

Emmons Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emmons Lake Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#97 out of 3069 schools
(Top 5%)
70-74%
34%
70-74%
45%
(20-21)
45-49%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
80%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.35
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Emmons Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Emmons Lake Elementary School is ranked #97 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Emmons Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Emmons Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kettle Lake Elementary School, Caledonia Elementary School, Dutton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Emmons Lake Elementary School?
400 students attend Emmons Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Emmons Lake Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emmons Lake Elementary School?
Emmons Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Emmons Lake Elementary School offer ?
Emmons Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Emmons Lake Elementary School part of?
Emmons Lake Elementary School is part of Caledonia Community Schools School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 400 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 20%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 70-74% (Top 5%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • : 45-49%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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