Central Elementary School serves 464 students in grades Kindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 was higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment was 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-1
Total Students
464 students
Showing 2000–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2000–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
Showing 2000–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 1997–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
9%
Showing 2000–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2000–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
86%
63%
Showing 2000–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2000–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
45%
Showing 2000–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
464 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Central Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-1
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Sparta Area Schools.
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