Serving 421 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Emerson 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 34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Emerson School serves the northern part of the Owosso, MI, school district, covering an area of approximately 51.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 9.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Emerson School's student population of 421 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
421 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
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School Rankings
Emerson 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 Emerson School is 0.19, 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
#1844 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
35%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
45%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1990–2025 (no data for 1991, 1992 and 1993)
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025
White
90%
63%
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Two or more races
6%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1989–2025 (no data for 1991)
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 2000–2025
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emerson School's ranking?
Emerson School is ranked #1844 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Emerson School often compared to?
Emerson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central School, Bryant School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Emerson School?
421 students attend Emerson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Emerson School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emerson School?
Emerson School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Emerson School offer ?
Emerson School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Emerson School part of?
Emerson School is part of Owosso School District.
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