Central Montcalm Elementary School

289 Saint Clair St
Sheridan, MI 48884
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Central Montcalm Elementary School serves 303 students in grades Prekindergarten-2. 
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% 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: 303 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 4%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Central Montcalm Elementary School's student population of 303 students has grown by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
303 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers

School Rankings

The diversity score of Central Montcalm Elementary School is 0.08, 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.
This School
State Level (MI)
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
96%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.08
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Central Montcalm Elementary School often compared to?
Central Montcalm Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carson City Elementary School, Cedar Crest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Central Montcalm Elementary School?
303 students attend Central Montcalm Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Central Montcalm Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Montcalm Elementary School?
Central Montcalm Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Central Montcalm Elementary School offer ?
Central Montcalm Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central Montcalm Elementary School part of?
Central Montcalm Elementary School is part of Central Montcalm School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 303 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 4%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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