Serving 370 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ardmore 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 34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Ardmore Elementary School serves a central area in Saint Clair Shores, MI, covering approximately 1.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.7 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 1 mile to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ardmore Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ardmore Elementary School's student population of 370 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
370 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Motto
We are Lakeview...are you?
School Rankings
Ardmore Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ardmore Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#1144 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
6%
18%
White
80%
63%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ardmore Elementary School's ranking?
Ardmore Elementary School is ranked #1144 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Ardmore Elementary School often compared to?
Ardmore Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenwood Elementary School, Princeton Elementary School, Harmon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Ardmore Elementary School?
370 students attend Ardmore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Ardmore Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ardmore Elementary School?
Ardmore Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ardmore Elementary School offer ?
Ardmore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ardmore Elementary School part of?
Ardmore Elementary School is part of Lakeview Public Schools (Macomb).
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