Serving 342 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Elmer A Knopf Learning Center ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elmer A Knopf Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Elmer A Knopf Learning Center's student population of 342 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
342 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Elmer A Knopf Learning Center ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elmer A Knopf Learning Center is 0.53, 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
#1039 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
30%
18%
White
62%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elmer A Knopf Learning Center's ranking?
Elmer A Knopf Learning Center is ranked #1039 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Elmer A Knopf Learning Center often compared to?
Elmer A Knopf Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Marion D Crouse Instr Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elmer A Knopf Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Elmer A Knopf Learning Center is 20%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Elmer A Knopf Learning Center?
342 students attend Elmer A Knopf Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Elmer A Knopf Learning Center students are White, 30% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elmer A Knopf Learning Center?
Elmer A Knopf Learning Center has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Elmer A Knopf Learning Center offer ?
Elmer A Knopf Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elmer A Knopf Learning Center part of?
Elmer A Knopf Learning Center is part of Genesee Independent School District.
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