Serving 769 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Custer 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 12% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 769 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Custer Elementary School serves the southern part of Monroe, MI, covering an attendance area of approximately 25.2 square miles. Most students can expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Custer Elementary School's student population of 769 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
769 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Custer 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 Custer Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#2667 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
9%
18%
White
75%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Custer Elementary School's ranking?
Custer Elementary School is ranked #2667 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Custer Elementary School often compared to?
Custer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arborwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Custer Elementary School?
769 students attend Custer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Custer Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Custer Elementary School?
Custer Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Custer Elementary School offer ?
Custer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Custer Elementary School part of?
Custer Elementary School is part of Monroe School District.
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