Serving 284 students in grades 3-5, Central Montcalm Upper Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Montcalm Upper Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Stanton, MI, encompassing approximately 150.6 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 11.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Montcalm Upper Elementary School's student population of 284 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
284 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
143 acres
School Motto
To advance quality learning.
School Rankings
Central Montcalm Upper Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Montcalm Upper Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#2028 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Montcalm Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Central Montcalm Upper Elementary School is ranked #2028 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Central Montcalm Upper Elementary School often compared to?
Central Montcalm Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Baldwin Heights School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Central Montcalm Upper Elementary School?
284 students attend Central Montcalm Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Central Montcalm Upper Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Montcalm Upper Elementary School?
Central Montcalm Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Central Montcalm Upper Elementary School offer ?
Central Montcalm Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central Montcalm Upper Elementary School part of?
Central Montcalm Upper Elementary School is part of Central Montcalm School District.
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