Serving 221 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Vowles School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 221 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49%
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vowles School's student population of 221 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
221 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Vowles School is 0.41, 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)
(17-18)45-49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)55-59%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
76%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Vowles School often compared to?
Vowles Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pullen Elementary School, Ganiard School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MI state average).
How many students attend Vowles School?
221 students attend Vowles School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Vowles School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vowles School?
Vowles School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Vowles School offer ?
Vowles School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Vowles School part of?
Vowles School is part of MT. Pleasant City School District.
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