Serving 437 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Central 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 437 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
437 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#995 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
5%
18%
White
79%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Elementary School's ranking?
Central Elementary School is ranked #995 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Central Elementary School often compared to?
Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Haverhill Elementary School, Woodland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
437 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Central Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Portage Public Schools School District.
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