Serving 96 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Alba 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 96 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Alba School serves the entire district of Elmira, MI, encompassing an area of approximately 66.3 square miles. Most students typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alba School's student population of 96 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
96 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Alba School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alba School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2717 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
92%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
24%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alba School's ranking?
Alba School is ranked #2717 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Alba School often compared to?
Alba Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bellaire Middlehigh School, Central Lake Public Schools, Mancelona Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alba School?
The graduation rate of Alba School is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Alba School?
96 students attend Alba School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Alba School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alba School?
Alba School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Alba School offer ?
Alba School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Alba School part of?
Alba School is part of Alba School District.
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