Serving 417 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Zinser 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 top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Zinser Elementary School's student population of 417 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
417 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Zinser Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Zinser Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#995 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
79%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
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 is Zinser Elementary School's ranking?
Zinser Elementary School is ranked #995 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Zinser Elementary School often compared to?
Zinser Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kenowa Hills Central Elementary School, Alpine Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Zinser Elementary School?
417 students attend Zinser Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Zinser Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Zinser Elementary School?
Zinser Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Zinser Elementary School offer ?
Zinser Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Zinser Elementary School part of?
Zinser Elementary School is part of Kenowa Hills Public Schools School District.
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