Serving 267 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Emerald 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Emerald Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Manistique, MI, covering approximately 1,541 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 22 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 38.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Emerald Elementary School's student population of 267 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
267 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Emerald 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 Emerald Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#1976 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
13%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
82%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Emerald Explorers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emerald Elementary School's ranking?
Emerald Elementary School is ranked #1976 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Emerald Elementary School?
267 students attend Emerald Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Emerald Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emerald Elementary School?
Emerald Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Emerald Elementary School offer ?
Emerald Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Emerald Elementary School part of?
Emerald Elementary School is part of Manistique Area Schools.
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