Serving 721 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Aspen Ridge 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 37% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 721 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Aspen Ridge Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Ishpeming, MI, encompassing approximately 637.5 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located up to 30.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aspen Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Aspen Ridge Elementary School's student population of 721 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
721 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1974
School Calendar
Campus Size
84 acres
School Rankings
Aspen Ridge 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 Aspen Ridge Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#1250 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Patriot Pride ~ Strength – Integrity – Excellence
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aspen Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Aspen Ridge Elementary School is ranked #1250 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Aspen Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Aspen Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Birchview School, North Star Montessori Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Aspen Ridge Elementary School?
721 students attend Aspen Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Aspen Ridge Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aspen Ridge Elementary School?
Aspen Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Aspen Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Aspen Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Aspen Ridge Elementary School part of?
Aspen Ridge Elementary School is part of Nice Community School District.
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