Serving 267 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Atherton Elementary 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Atherton Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Burton, MI, covering approximately 9.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Atherton Elementary School's student population of 267 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
267 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Rooted in Community. Growing Through Experience. Thriving Through Learning.
School Rankings
Atherton Elementary 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 Atherton Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#2438 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wolverines
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Atherton Elementary School's ranking?
Atherton Elementary School is ranked #2438 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Atherton Elementary School?
267 students attend Atherton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Atherton Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Atherton Elementary School?
Atherton Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Atherton Elementary School offer ?
Atherton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Atherton Elementary School part of?
Atherton Elementary School is part of Atherton Community Schools.
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