Serving 612 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Atwood 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 42% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 612 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Atwood Elementary School serves the northwest part of Macomb, MI, covering an area of approximately 6.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Atwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Atwood Elementary School's student population of 612 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
612 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1965
School Rankings
Atwood 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 Atwood Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#1130 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
10%
18%
White
76%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Atwood Elementary School's ranking?
Atwood Elementary School is ranked #1130 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Atwood Elementary School often compared to?
Atwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joseph M Carkenord Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Atwood Elementary School?
612 students attend Atwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Atwood Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Atwood Elementary School?
Atwood Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Atwood Elementary School offer ?
Atwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Atwood Elementary School part of?
Atwood Elementary School is part of L'anse Creuse School District.
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