Arnold Elementary School serves 321 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Attendance Zone: Arnold Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Michigan Center school district, encompassing approximately 15.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arnold Elementary School's student population of 321 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
321 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
The diversity score of Arnold Elementary School is 0.27, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
85%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Arnold Elementary School often compared to?
Arnold Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Jackson Elementary School, Northwest Early Elementary School, Bean Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Arnold Elementary School?
321 students attend Arnold Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Arnold Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arnold Elementary School?
Arnold Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Arnold Elementary School offer ?
Arnold Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Arnold Elementary School part of?
Arnold Elementary School is part of Michigan Center School District.
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