Powell Twp Elementary School

101 Deutsch Ave
Big Bay, MI 49808
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 51 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Powell Twp 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 51 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 14%
  • : Bottom 50% in MI
  • : 21-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 21-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Powell Twp Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

School Overview

Powell Twp Elementary School's student population of 51 students has grown by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
51 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers

School Rankings

Powell Twp Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Powell Twp Elementary School is 0.25, 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)
#2025 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
21-39%
34%
21-39%
45%
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
86%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.25
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
4%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Powell Twp Elementary School's ranking?
Powell Twp Elementary School is ranked #2025 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Powell Twp Elementary School?
51 students attend Powell Twp Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Powell Twp Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Powell Twp Elementary School?
Powell Twp Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Powell Twp Elementary School offer ?
Powell Twp Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Powell Twp Elementary School part of?
Powell Twp Elementary School is part of Powell Township Schools School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 51 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 14%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 21-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 21-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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