Serving 420 students in grades 3-5, Elms Road 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 26% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elms Road Elementary School serves the northeast part of Swartz Creek, MI, covering an area of approximately 16.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 4.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elms Road Elementary School's student population of 420 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
420 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elms Road 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 Elms Road Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#2047 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
10%
18%
White
77%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
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 Elms Road Elementary School's ranking?
Elms Road Elementary School is ranked #2047 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Elms Road Elementary School often compared to?
Elms Road Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Linden Elementary School, Dieck Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Elms Road Elementary School?
420 students attend Elms Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Elms Road Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elms Road Elementary School?
Elms Road Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Elms Road Elementary School offer ?
Elms Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elms Road Elementary School part of?
Elms Road Elementary School is part of Swartz Creek Community Schools.
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