Central Grade School

301 West Seventh St
Traverse City, MI 49684
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 537 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Central Grade School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 537 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 14%
  • : Top 20% in MI
  • : 57% (Top 10%)
  • : 65% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Central Grade School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Central Grade School's student population of 537 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
537 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
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School Rankings

Central Grade School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Grade School is 0.26, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (MI)
#301 out of 2925 schools
(Top 20%)
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57%
36%
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65%
48%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
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American Indian
3%
1%
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Asian
3%
3%
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Hispanic
4%
9%
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Black
2%
18%
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White
86%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.26
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
47%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Central Grade School's ranking?
Central Grade School is ranked #301 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Central Grade School often compared to?
Central Grade Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blair Elementary School, Cherry Knoll Elementary School, Willow Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Central Grade School?
537 students attend Central Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Central Grade School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Grade School?
Central Grade School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Central Grade School offer ?
Central Grade School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Grade School part of?
Central Grade School is part of Traverse City Area Public Schools School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 537 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 14%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 57% (Top 10%)
  • : 65% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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