Serving 358 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Edgemont Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edgemont Elementary School's student population of 358 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
358 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Strong Beginnings, Bright Futures
School Rankings
Edgemont 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 Edgemont Elementary School is 0.60, which is more 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
#2078 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
28%
18%
White
56%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edgemont Elementary School's ranking?
Edgemont Elementary School is ranked #2078 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Edgemont Elementary School often compared to?
Edgemont Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Keystone Academy, Savage Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Edgemont Elementary School?
358 students attend Edgemont Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Edgemont Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edgemont Elementary School?
Edgemont Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Edgemont Elementary School offer ?
Edgemont Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Edgemont Elementary School part of?
Edgemont Elementary School is part of Van Buren School District.
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