Serving 834 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 834 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Custer Elementary School's student population of 834 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
834 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Custer Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Custer Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2208 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
11%
18%
White
75%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #2208 out of 2,925 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, Douglas Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Custer Elementary School?
834 students attend Custer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Custer Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Custer Elementary School?
Custer Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Custer Elementary School offer ?
Custer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Custer Elementary School part of?
Custer Elementary School is part of Monroe Public Schools School District.
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