Central Elementary School serves 265 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 265 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
265 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Central Elementary School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
86%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Central Elementary School often compared to?
Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blesch Intermediate School, North Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
265 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Central Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, 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-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Menominee Area School District.
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