Ellis Elementary School serves 391 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ellis Elementary School's student population of 391 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
391 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ellis Elementary School is 0.30, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
83%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Ellis Elementary School often compared to?
Ellis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rb Boyce Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Ellis Elementary School?
391 students attend Ellis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Ellis Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ellis Elementary School?
Ellis Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ellis Elementary School offer ?
Ellis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ellis Elementary School part of?
Ellis Elementary School is part of Belding Area School District.
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